Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support corporate accounting and reporting activities for a real estate and property organization in Honolulu, Hawaii. This role combines financial statement preparation, month-end close coordination, accounts payable oversight, and cross-functional collaboration to help maintain accurate records and timely reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment when reviewing legal and financial documentation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines. Due to the nature of the work and onsite requirements, preference will be given to Hawaii residents. Applicants should be able to reliably commute or reside within the region to meet business needs. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by calling Erica Huggins at 808.452.0256.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and evaluate financial statements, supporting schedules, and detailed workpapers to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Lead complex journal entry preparation, oversee month-end close activities, and record accruals, cash receipts, and disbursements in a timely manner.

• Reconcile general ledger accounts, investigate balance fluctuations, and provide clear explanations for monthly and quarterly variances.

• Support recurring and ad hoc reporting needs, including intercompany activity review, consolidation support, and year-end or quarter-end deliverables.

• Review contracts and other legal documents to determine accounting implications and document the appropriate treatment for nonroutine transactions.

• Partner with external auditors by assembling audit support, responding to requests, and preparing documentation for interim and annual reviews.

• Maintain project and budget data within Workday, including contract tracking and payment application oversight.

• Help oversee accounts payable operations by monitoring invoice workflows, resolving system exceptions, supporting users, and coordinating communication with vendors.

• Prepare and review AP-related reconciliations, 1099 reporting support, vendor account analysis, and documentation retention in line with company policy and tax requirements.

• Collaborate with operations, asset management, corporate accounting, and other teams while supervising delegated work, training staff on AP-related tasks, and assisting with special projects as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• At least 5 years of accounting experience, with background in corporate accounting and financial reporting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, financial statement preparation, internal controls, and account reconciliation processes.
• Experience managing month-end close activities, journal entries, accrual accounting, general ledger analysis, and accounts payable functions.
• Familiarity with Workday or another large-scale ERP platform is preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and solid proficiency with Microsoft Office applications are required.
• Ability to review legal and financial documents, analyze complex data, protect confidential information, and communicate effectively across all levels of an organization.
• CPA designation is preferred.