Staff Accountant

Job description

About Sentral Sentral is a network of communities redefining the way people live. Sentral’s mission is to be the leading residential hospitality operator through superior performance, enhanced experience, and a network of connected communities. We take the convenience, connection, and comfort of home to new heights-we call it Home+. Our one-of-a-kind communities offer unrivaled locations, innovative tech-enabled services, and premium amenities to enhance everyday life. Sentral lets you live life on your own terms in the heart of the world's best cities: Atlanta, Austin, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, Oakland, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Portland, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Monica, Scottsdale, and Seattle, with more coming soon. Our core values reflect our commitment to our employees, as we are service first in our actions, value thinking like an owner, and continuously strive to make one another better. We strongly believe in continuous personal improvement, career growth and diversity in our workforce. With ongoing learning & development offerings, leadership coaching and mentorship programs, we foster an empowered environment rooted in empathy and growth. Our team members are curious explorers who never stop learning and who strive for great outcomes. Learn more about us at . Position Overview and Responsibilities At Sentral, we're building a team of people-first individuals who thrive on going above and beyond. This Staff Accountant role supports a complex, two-property portfolio and works hand-in-hand with both the on-site property team and the corporate accounting team across all accounting functions — from general ledger close through property-level reporting. Yardi experience is essential, as this person will be expected to work confidently in the system from day one. This role reports to the Senior Accountant overseeing this portfolio. The ideal candidate brings an accounting, customer-service, and reporting skill set, along with a strong desire to be part of a unique, rapidly growing company. Success in this role calls for a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial drive, and a high tolerance for uncertainty. Candidates should be highly organized, comfortable taking a roll-up-the-sleeves approach, and able to demonstrate a track record of strong performance. Prepare and assist with the review of monthly financial statements across a complex two-property portfolio. Own the monthly general ledger close, account analysis, bank reconciliation review, journal entries, and related research. Serve as a hands-on accounting resource to both the on-site property team and the corporate accounting team, supporting all accounting functions across the portfolio. Research and respond to Property Managers' questions regarding month-end financials. Train Community team members on accounting and financial systems and processes. Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable (AP/AR). Reconcile hospitality operations, including reservations, check-in/check-out activity, and cash received. Assist with quarterly and annual external audits as needed. Prepare external and internal property-level reporting. Record monthly adjusting and accrual entries. Support the Senior Accountant with additional tasks and special projects. Assist with monthly financial statement analysis in accordance with GAAP, including variance reporting. Help implement and refine accounting policies and procedures. Partner directly with auditors, attorneys, and lenders as needed. Continuously improve processes based on data-driven feedback loops. Skills and Experience Yardi experience required — this role supports a complex, multi-property portfolio, and Yardi proficiency is essential from day one. 2+ years of experience on a real estate accounting team. Accounting or finance degree, or equivalent relevant experience. Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and software quickly. Experience implementing and optimizing accounting processes. Experience training property-level teams on accounting processes. Strong operational and customer-service skills, with high initiative and the ability to problem-solve and work independently. Comfortable splitting time and priorities between an on-site property team and the corporate accounting team. REIT experience preferred. Community Team Perks + Benefits Health & Wellness: We offer multiple medical, dental, and vision health plan options that begin the first month after your start date! There is one fully company-paid plan (no monthly premiums for you)*, and HSA and FSA options to set aside pre-tax dollars. *Premiums apply for spouse, dependent, or family coverage plans Invest in Your Future: Eligible after just three months of employment, we offer a 401(k) with a 4% company match to help you reach your savings goals. Time Off That Grows with You: In addition to 11 paid holidays, Sentral offers 8 different types of paid time off (PTO) to meet all of life's demands. These 8 types of PTO include personal days that have no waiting period to use, one floating holiday each year, Enrichment Hours for volunteering or career development, and more! Travel Discount: Team members (and their friends and families) receive travel discounts when they stay at a Sentral community. Deep Savings: All team members are Sentral receive discounted rates on pet insurance, attractions, rental cars, shows, events, and more! Sentral is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that champions all backgrounds, identities, and voices. We strive to cultivate a space where our team members feel valued, and our residents feel loved. While there is no exact recipe for ensuring our residents feel loved, we believe a key ingredient is seeking and employing individuals that reflect the uniqueness of our residents. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.