Position Type: Full time

Overview

AvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we’ve established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work.

The Role

Based in our Virigina Beach, VA or San Antonio, TX office, the Senior Staff Accountantis responsible for preparing, analyzing and reporting financial results to AvalonBay management. The Senior Accounting Staff also works with the RS Accounting Manager to ensure that departmental deadlines are met timely and accurately.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Additionally, the requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and or ability required.

Essential Duties:

At least 3 years of applicable experience in accounting required.

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.

Demonstrated ability to train, coach and mentor staff.

Prior experience in reviewing and critiquing other associates’ assignments.Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office productsAdvanced Excel skills required with VB Macro experience a plus.Good time management and organizational skillsAbility to work under strict deadlines.Ability to work in a team environment.Strong analytical skillsStrong sense of teamwork and work ethicWillingness to work flexible hours (overtime may be required)Strong customer focus

​Duties & Tasks

Review staff accountants’ work and variance explanations to ensure monthly reporting and operational deadlines are met by assisting RS Accounting Manager in coordinating departmental activitiesPerforms operational activities to support AvalonBay business functions, such as operating revenue and expense variance analysis, process journal entries, and reviewing staff level workManage the Fixed Asset system, capitalization policies, depreciation calculations and analyticsManage Utilities including accruals, payments, exceptions, and relationships with vendors and Corporate.Review intercompany balances and approve billback wiresOversee all Debt and third-party payments, accruals, lender reporting, analytics, and document complianceReport to lending institutions and/or joint venture partnersAssist with internal and external auditsProvide asset acquisition and disposition support, andAssess financial risk for prospective retail tenants.Review agreements and contracts to ensure compliance in reporting and payment obligationsEffectively create and utilize system reports from GL, AR, and vendor websiteRespond to financial inquires and requests from AvalonBay business units

How AvalonBay Supports You

We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we’re committed to showing our appreciation.

We offer:

Comprehensive benefits — health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more. Click on Benefits (https://jobs.avalonbay.com/benefits) for information.

Growth based on achievement and promotion from within.

Associate recognition (a company-wide recognition program that celebrates associate efforts and successes in contributing to the overall success of the organization – including destination awards, ‘AvalonBay’s Very Best’ recognition program and others!).

A 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes.

A culture built on purpose and our core values - A Commitment to Integrity, A Spirit of Caring, and A Focus on Continuous Improvement.

Additional Info

AvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated. With this we know we can do great things.

AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.

For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice (https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/)

Job ID JR103019