Staff Accountant

Property West Residential is seeking a dynamic individual with strong work ethics and team spirit to immediately fill the position of Staff Accountant who will be responsible for a dedicated portfolio of properties with the following primary responsibilities. Providing administrative and accounting support to the company, onsite management and regional supervisor teams. Primary responsibilities include the review and/or process of A/P, A/R, Banking Transactions, Collections, Financial Analysis and Reporting, Account Research, Vendor Relations, Final Security Deposit Dispositions, Transactional Auditing, Staff Relations and Training. This individual must be hands‑on, result driven and possess solid time management skills. The Staff Accountant will report directly to the Accounting Manager and when required by the General Manager. Employment Status Full‑Time employee – Non‑Exempt / Hourly. Qualifications To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. The requirements define the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform the duties and responsibilities. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education The equivalent combination of education and experience in the Accounting field that demonstrates the ability to perform all required responsibilities of the position. Job Knowledge and Skills Advanced working skills with Word and Excel required. Knowledge of basic accounting functions using current accounting software plus real estate or property management industry‑related experience preferred. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in written format with internal and external staff as well as with vendors and banking personnel. Excellent organizational and time management skills required. Ability to work in a stressful, fast‑paced and demanding environment, while maintaining a positive and supportive attitude at all times. Establish, track and meet deadlines. Proactively exercise the need to changing priorities to reach positive results. May perform special projects assigned by General Manager from time to time. Adapt easily to sudden change in workloads and or responsibilities. Physical Requirements The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform their direct job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The work is described as light in physical demand. Requirements include the ability to sit up to 8 hours a day and/or frequently, stand, walk, reach forward and overhead, finger and grasp. Must be able to occasionally bend, crouch or stoop. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Must have close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. STAFF ACCOUNTANT DUTIES Management and control of all items related to accounting functions of the portfolio properties assigned. Review of all property bank accounts; funding, stop payments, research, reconciliations, communication with bank personnel and overall administration of accounts. Orientation and training in relation to direct administrative/accounting duties with onsite staff. Maintain open dialogue and positive communication to motivate productivity. Work closely with Regional Property Managers to assist in the assessment of onsite staff deficiencies and participate in the improvement plan. Process checks for A/P of assigned portfolio and generate corresponding reporting. Administer and finalize all Security Deposit Disposition Refunds or monies owed timely and accurately; enforce collection procedures with onsite staff. Timely process all lender required reporting. Perform monthly financial analysis and reporting for assigned portfolio. Process EOM procedures and ensure timely and accurate process, reporting and closure. Perform spot audits of resident ledgers and follow up with necessary staff members to perform the corrections. Ensure all invoicing is timely and accurately paid to avoid adverse credit ratings for the owner and company to enhance vendor relations. Additionally, create tracking reports to enforce sensitive deadlines for critical billing such as utilities, security deposit refunds and other priority payments. Contribute to the EOY process by maintaining accurate record keeping and reporting; gather all required documentation to submit to CPA and assist with annual 1099’s production. Maintain a uniformed work station and cross‑train on all assignments and duties to ensure coverage is supportive to all team members in their absence as needed or assigned. Carry out strict confidentiality when handling sensitive financial reporting, information and/or correspondence relating to the company or any staff related issue. Report to work timely on a daily basis and immediately report any delays to the HR manager who will inform all required supervisors. Make every attempt to schedule personal appointments before or after working hours. Request time off with lead time to allow for proper coverage. #J-18808-Ljbffr