We at Bridge acknowledge and appreciate the uniqueness of each individual, understanding that our people are the key to our success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. Our dedication extends beyond our business goals to making a positive impact in our communities and upholding Sustainability and Responsibility (S&R) principles at our properties and corporate locations. We evaluate all candidates based on merit, without any discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other category protected by law. As an equal opportunity employer, we are devoted to creating an inclusive hiring process. We actively work to eliminate barriers and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to provide fair opportunities and access throughout the recruitment, hiring, and employment experience. Your specific needs are important to us. If you need accommodations related to a disability or any other protected status during the recruitment process, please inform us.
You are included
Bridge believes that our people are our most valuable asset. We are proud to embrace and encourage our differences and are committed to building, maintaining, and celebrating a diverse, supportive, and inclusive environment that fosters belonging. Making a difference in our communities, including our
commitment to ESG at our properties and corporate locations, is a cornerstone of who we are.
Make an impact
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for performing general accounting functions for multiple real estate funds and their portfolios of single-family properties. This position is also responsible for cash management,
reconciliation of subsidiary accounts, analysis of accounts and transactions, preparing and posting journal entries, and performing month-end close as well as supporting financial statement preparation and lender reporting by
performing the following duties.
· Monitoring the receipt of bills and reviewing for accuracy and completeness in accordance with established policies and procedures and ensuring that job cost accounting is accurately maintained for each property. Assist in
month-end closings, preparation and entry of monthly journal entries, account
reconciliations, and maintenance of subsidiary ledgers.
· Monitoring and reviewing rent payment postings and sweep rent payments on a periodic basis according to lender requirements. Managing cash balances across all portfolio bank accounts and making transfers among accounts as necessary to meet forecast cash requirements.
· Synchronize financial data from the property management system to the
accounting system. Perform bank reconciliations in accounting system to
ensure accuracy and completeness of data transfer. Correct errors as needed and identify items for further research and resolution by property managers.
· Loan accounting which includes recording of monthly waterfall activity,
maintenance of escrow accounts and submission of HOA, property tax, CAPEX and insurance reimbursement requests.
· Loan compliance including developing custom reporting and inquiries utilizing PowerBI, Excel, and accounting systems to satisfy monthly and quarterly
reporting requirements.
What You should bring
· Bachelor’s degree in accounting with (3) years of real estate, and residential property management experience or equivalent
· Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports and legal documents
. Ability to respond to common inquiries from lenders, regulatory agencies, or other members of the business community. Effectively present
information to top management, clients, and lenders
· Ability to follow and apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and perform cash forecasting, planning, and management. Follow and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
· Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
· Advanced knowledge of Excel, data import and data export for additional analysis, proficiency with Pivot tables, including VLOOKUP and other advanced Excel functions. Experience with QuickBooks, Office 365, and PropertyWare, Yardi or a similar property management system is strongly preferred.
What we offer
Generous base salary and bonus program
Full benefits suite including 401K, above-average PTO, Parental Leave, and Medical, Dental, Vision
Access to benefits concierge service
Access to Mental Health & well-being service
Be part of a culture that is truly open door, with access to mentorship, leadership training, career advancement, and innovation
Opportunities to join employee resources groups and participate in events hosted by the Bridge Women’s Network, Black Inclusion Group, BIG Pride, Allies for AAPI, Unidos Latino and Hispanic Group, Bridge of Honor Veterans, and Advocates for Accessibility
Opportunity to be involved in community outreach and charity events
Get to know Bridge
Bridge is a leading, vertically integrated real estate investment manager,
diversified across specialized asset classes. Bridge combines its nationwide operating platform with dedicated teams of investment professionals focused on select U.S. real estate verticals: residential rental, office, development,
logistics properties, net lease and real estate-backed credit. Bridge is
well-regarded for its high integrity and collaborative leadership culture that
rewards both individual thinking and team decision-making. Our leaders are seasoned professionals who bring their experience and high standards of excellence to their work. Our leaders value career development and take seriously the role they play in developing next-generation leaders. Bridge professionals embody accountability and seek to deliver high-quality results through
creativity and innovation.
What we offer
- Generous base salary and bonus program
- Full benefits suite including 401K, above-average PTO, Parental Leave, and Medical, Dental, Vision
- Access to benefits concierge service
- Access to Mental Health & well-being service
- Be part of a culture that is truly open door, with access to mentorship, leadership training, career advancement, and innovation
- Opportunities to join employee resources groups and participate in events hosted by the Bridge Women’s Network, Black Inclusion Group, BIG Pride, Allies for AAPI, Unidos Latino and Hispanic Group, Bridge of Honor Veterans, and Advocates for Accessibility
- Opportunity to be involved in community outreach and charity events
Get to know Bridge
Bridge is a leading, vertically integrated real estate investment manager, diversified across specialized asset classes. Bridge combines its nationwide operating platform with dedicated teams of investment professionals focused on select U.S. real estate verticals: residential rental, office, development, logistics properties, net lease and real estate-backed credit. Bridge is well-regarded for its high integrity and collaborative leadership culture that rewards both individual thinking and team decision-making. Our leaders are seasoned professionals who bring their vast experience and high standards of excellence to their work. Our leaders value career development and take seriously the role they play in developing next-generation leaders. Bridge professionals embody accountability and seek to deliver high-quality results through creativity and innovation.