TITLE: Real estate property accountant/analyst

REPORTS TO: CFO 

POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking a financial analyst to support the accounting and leasing departments at Butler Enterprises. At Butler, you will gain exposure to lease accounting, property accounting, real estate development, real estate leasing, and financial analytics. 

REQUIRED SKILLS: 

• Understanding of core accounting concepts 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment 
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills 
• Ability to collaborate and communicate between internal team members and external partners including tenants, lenders, or attorneys 
• Ability to quickly learn accounting systems, experience with Yardi is a plus 
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel and Word 

POTENTIAL DUTIES: 

• Oversee tenant billing for rent and reimbursable expenses 
• Oversee application of tenant payments to tenant charges 
• Manage tenant balances, prepare accounts receivable reports for management, and communicate with tenants regarding past due balances 
• Manage requests for detailed lease interpretation and produce supporting calculations as needed 
• Audit tenant data in accounting system to ensure accuracy 
• Support annual property budget process 
• Support preparation of monthly financial reports for each property 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor of Science/Business Administration in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field. Coursework in financial accounting highly preferred if degree isn’t accounting 
• Strong academic record, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above 
• Familiarity with commercial real estate 

This position is a full-time, on-site role in Gainesville, Florida.

ABOUT THE CORPORATION: Butler Enterprises offers over 150 stores and restaurants spanning over 1.5 million square feet. Butler Enterprises is the largest retail center in North Central Florida. Locally owned by the Butler family, Butler Enterprises has been in business in Gainesville for over 84 years. Butler Enterprises has over 21 million visits to Butler Plaza, North, and Town Center. We offer a great benefits package with 401(k) matching, a flexible spending account, health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a variety of ancillary policies.