Staff Accountant

About Banneker

Banneker Ventures is a dynamic and fast-growing real estate development, construction, advisory, and property management firm dedicated to building vibrant, sustainable communities throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area. With a reputation for excellence, Banneker recently expanded its operations to include a Property Management division. The role we are seeking to fill offers the unique opportunity to lead and shape this new division, directly impacting the long-term growth and success of the firm.

Its real estate development division prides itself on helping to solve the affordable and workforce housing problem in the Washington Metropolitan region. It is currently working on $1.5 billion in projects, and 2 million square feet of housing, retail, office, and entertainment space throughout Washington DC, Maryland, and New York City. Its mission is to ensure that every family has a safe, quality, and affordable place to live while creating opportunities for those who have historically not had the opportunity to work on and be part of large-scale development and construction projects.

Job Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing day-to-day accounting activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. This role supports the accounting department by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, maintaining the general ledger, and assisting with month-end and year-end closing processes. The Staff Accountant will process and review transactions, assist with financial analyses, and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards. The position requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. The Staff Accountant will collaborate with internal departments, support audits, and assist with special projects as assigned.

Responsibilities:Accounts Payable (A/P)

• Process vendor invoices and prepare payments for approval.
• Ensure timely payment of bills and accurately categorize expenses.
• Assist with managing A/P aging reports and maintain good relationships with vendors.
• Maintain and update vendor information in the accounting system.

Bank/Credit Card Reconciliations

• Reconcile bank& credit card statements to company records on a monthly basis.
• Ensure that all transactions are accurately recorded and investigate discrepancies.

Financial Reporting Assistance

• Assist in preparing basic financial reports, such as profit & loss statements and balance sheets.
• Support CFO & Senior Accountants in month-end closing procedures.
• Help generate and distribute routine/weekly financial reports for internal use.

Expense Tracking and Management

• Monitor company expenses and ensure that receipts and documentation are properly collected.
• Help with tracking and coding expenses to the appropriate accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of expense reports for management review.

Document Filing and Record-Keeping

• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Assist with filing financial documentation and ensure that all records are secure & easily accessible for the team.

Audit Preparation Support

• Assist in gathering necessary documents for internal and external audits.
• Help prepare reconciliations and reports as needed for audit processes.

Administrative Support

• Assist the finance team with general administrative tasks, such as data entry and preparing spreadsheets.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and ensure all necessary data is available for senior accountants.
• Help maintain and update financial data in the company’s accounting software system.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or in progress).
• Experience with ERP systems
• Proficiency in NetSuite or similar cloud-based accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail with good organizational skills.
• Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
• Ability to adapt to new software and technologies quickly.