Property Management Accountant

Description Home is the foundation for everything in life. Since 1971, our model has been about supporting residents in finding stability and achieving their goals. It's why we're more than housing-we combine quality affordable homes with our on-site Advantage Services-because we believe that with the right support and opportunities, all people can thrive. Today, over 13,000 people-families, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities and other barriers-call a CommonBond community "home." Our core values are Respect, Integrity, Partnership, Innovation, and Excellence. We live these values and look for people who embody them to represent our organization in the community. If this sounds like you, please consider joining our team. Why CommonBond Communities?: Work-life balance Competitive salary Employee referral program Comprehensive benefits package Employee recognition and rewards program A respectful and growth-oriented workplace A chance to make a difference in the community! Ongoing training and professional development CommonBond Communities invites qualified applicants to apply for the Property Accountant 1 positionat our Central Office in St. Paul, Minnesota. The Property Management Accountant 1 position is an accounting professional responsible for all phases of accounting for multiple sets of property books, prepares and reviews monthly reports and provides support to the accounting department. This position will be working primarily with HUD Sites. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND ASSOCIATED TASKS Perform all financial accounting and reporting for a portfolio of individual properties Support Property Management and Advantage Services teams in the effective operation of properties, including: Monthly, or more frequently as needed, financial reviews with each H&S Property Management team Ongoing training with H&S property teams to ensure proper recording of transactions and use of our Yardi system Monitoring of property cash flows and coordination of cash advance activity with Asset Management and Property Management Monitoring of property cash flows and coordination of cash advance activity with Asset Management and Property Management General ledger and journal entry maintenance for property books (HUD and Stable Properties) Maintains schedules for assets, liabilities, and depreciation Produces accurate monthly and year end financials for management and board members Reconciles bank accounts, utilities, other vendor accounts Prepares audit schedules Complies with all internal control procedures Assists with site budgets. Act as primary resource of financial operation for the property managers and other site personnel Accurately prepare reports for distribution to management and various government agencies Cash Balance Overview- Weekly Calculate and bill management fees and escrow payments monthly Other duties as assigned MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree in Accounting Previous work or internship experience Competency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to maintain effective internal control procedures Attention to detail and accuracy Demonstrated experience working within diverse communities, which include people of various ages, gender, sexual orientations, national origins, income levels, ability levels, religious affiliations, races, and languages Ability to work independently and cross functionally Excellent customer service, organization, and both written and oral communication skills Ability to manage multiple duties while adhering to established deadlines PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS Experience with property management Experience with Yardi (ERP system) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to sit for extended periods of time Ability to type data into a computer Ability to lift up to 10 pounds OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must be willing and able to work extended hours as necessary to support the organization's requirements Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabil ties The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) CommonBond Communities is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer