Staff JV Accountant

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The Staff JV Accountant, working under general supervision, assists the JV Accounting team with various monthly duties and projects assigned. Primary responsibilities include hosting and responding to JV Audits and working with external JV Partners to resolve questions on JIB billings. Duties can also include reconciling accounts, preparing journal entries, and special projects, as assigned. Must be able to work effectively with peers and other management across disciplines in order to coordinate activities. Must be able to manage all desk responsibilities to meet monthly deadlines.

Job Description

* Coordinates and hosts Audits with JV Partners. Responds timely to all Audit reports received.

* Collaborates with various Accounting, Land and Operations teams to research and resolve questions from JV Partners on JIB billings.

* Works directly with JV Partners to ensure timely collections of JIB Billings.

* Prepares monthly JV accounting journal entries and schedules, as assigned.

* Reconciles balance sheet accounts monthly, as assigned.

* Maintains accurate records and ensures compliance with accounting policies and procedures.

* Provides support to other team members on complex tasks and projects.

* Collaborates with other team members in identifying, developing, and implementing process optimization and best practices.

Education:

* Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or any other related discipline and/or commensurate work experience is required.

Experience:

* 3+ years of relevant experience, preferably in areas such as JV Accounting. Industry experience is preferred.

* Process automation and optimization experience, including utilization of data analysis and/or automation software tools & techniques preferred (i.e., PowerBI, Power Automate, Sigma, Alteryx)

Skills:

* Understanding of COPAS Account Procedures

* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

* Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

* Strong attention to detail and accuracy

* Effective communication and interpersonal skills

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word and Teams and similar financial tools

* Knowledge of JV Accounting Principles

Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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