Financial Assistant (Corporate) jobs in New York, NY

Company Description

Jonathan Rose Companies is one of the country’s leading owners, developers and operators of green affordable and mixed-income communities.  Founded in 1989, Rose has created projects with more than $4.2 billion of value with a current portfolio of 19,000 apartment homes in 15 states and Washington DC. 

Our mission is to create a more environmentally thriving, socially just world through the development, preservation, renovation and management of green, affordable and mixed income housing.

The firm is a fully integrated investment management, development and asset management company with property management, construction management, solar energy, mortgage finance and title company affiliates.

We strive to achieve positive environmental impact by investing in energy efficiency, decarbonization, and water conservation to reduce our use of natural resources and toxins. Our social impact is achieved by preserving and expanding housing affordability, and connecting our residents to health, education, financial, cultural and social services. And we aim to achieve these impacts in a co-creative process with governments, our residents and staff.

We are signatories to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investing (UN PRI), benchmark performance annually through GRESB, and align our reporting with the Task Force for Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) guidelines, SASB Standards, and GRI Standards.

Position Description

The Corporate Financial Accountant is responsible for managing and overseeing financial processes within a corporation.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000 based upon factors including but not limited to related experience and time in the industry.

Responsibilities:

FINANCIAL REPORTING

• Prepares and analyzes financial statements in accordance with accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS).
• Generates and reports summarizing financial data for internal and external stakeholders.

BUDGETING & FORECASTING

• Assists in the development of the annual budget.
• Works on financial forecasts and projections to support strategic decision-making.

GENERAL LEDGER MANAGEMENT

• Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts.
• Ensures accurate recording of financial transactions.

AUDIT SUPPORT

• Collaborates with internal and external auditors during financial audits.
• Prepares necessary documentation and respond to audit inquiries.

COMPLIANCE

• Stays updated on accounting regulations and ensure compliance.
• Implements and monitors internal controls to mitigate financial risks.

TAXATION

• Assists in the preparation of tax returns and ensures compliance with tax regulations.
• Works with tax professionals to address any tax-related issues.

FINANCIAL SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT

• Utilizes and maintains financial software and systems.
• Implements improvements in financial processes and systems.

CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION

• Collaborates with other departments to gather financial information and support decision-making.
• Communicates financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.

MONTH-END & YEAR-END CLOSE

• Participates in month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Ensures timely and accurate financial reporting.

RISK MANAGEMENT

• Identifies and assesses financial risks.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA) preferred.
• Proven experience as a financial accountant, preferably in a corporate setting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Travel is not required.

Rose Companies Benefits:

At Rose Companies our goal is to provide an affordable and comprehensive benefits package that provides security for you and your family and supports your overall wellbeing. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401K with company match, competitive paid time off policy, paid holidays, parental bonding leave and educational assistance.

Rose Companies is committed in policy and practice to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees, based upon their training, experience, and overall qualifications. Consistent with this commitment, discrimination against an applicant or employee based upon the individual’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other condition or characteristic protected by law is strictly prohibited.