Avison Young
Property Accountant I
Avison Young, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Avison Young is a global commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm, offering transaction, management, financial and consulting services. We’ve designed our corporate structure to best serve our clients by enhancing collaboration across our organization.
At Avison Young, we are committed to providing a comprehensive suite of commercial real estate services to our clients while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture for our employees. Our collaborative approach and emphasis on personal and professional growth create an environment where individuals can thrive. Real estate can have a significant positive impact on people’s lives – and we’re in the business of making spaces and places work better for people. Our purpose is to create real economic, social and environmental value as a global real estate advisor, powered by people.
If you're looking for career opportunities where you can excel and contribute to a strong company culture, we want to hear from you. Join our highly motivated team and take pride in your work as we create a better future together.
The Property Accounting Specialist I
generally is assigned to a portfolio of projects within our Property Accounting group. General purpose of this job is to support with Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and other duties as directed by the supervisory position. The individual will adhere to established policies and procedures ensuring appropriate internal controls.
Accounts Receivables
Review and post daily cash receiptsPost NSF checks and payment reversalsRun late fee report and process monthly late feesRun and distribute Tenants’ monthly statementsPrepare monthly rental edits for the Property Managers’ reviewRecord monthly tenant rental chargesProcess security deposit receipts, forfeits, application and refundsProcess open credit refunds and other refunds and apply open credits to chargesPrepare/enter and/or review/post billing adjustmentsFile A/R activity by project in monthly foldersReview lease abstracts against lease documents and enter into accounting system
Accounts Payables
Perform data input of approved and coded vendor invoices and check requestsConfirm and approve vendor codes, invoice numbers and invoice datesReview invoices for Property Manager and Accountant approvalsRun edit report to review accuracy of data entryProcess security deposit refundsProcess manual checksProcess other refunds and open credit reimbursementsReview and approve AP vendor invoices for property number, coding, description and approvalsCut vendor checksMatch checks with vendor invoices, confirming accuracy of vendor payee and addressAttach remittance to checkProcess voided checksCoordinate with Property Accountant for approval of fundsCoordinate with Property Accountant for release of checks as neededCoordinate new vendor information with Accounts Payable ManagerFile A/P Activity by project in monthly foldersAdding new vendors with receipt of proper documentation. Obtaining missing documentation as necessary.Assist in year-end preparation of 1099’s as neededResponsible for ensuring monthly mortgage, land lease, or other recurring monthly payments are processed timely – avoiding any penalties for late payment.
Minimum Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative, but not exclusive or exhaustive, of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience
High School diploma requiredMinimum two years work experience with A/R in either residential or commercial management industry – THIS IS A REQUIREMENT TO APPLYPreferred Completion of college level accounting courses
Communication Skills
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Property Managers, Controllers, Accounting Managers and Property AccountantsRequires positive attitude and good interpersonal skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsRequires a high-level commitment to customer service, whether co-workers or clients
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimalsAbility to compute rate, ratios and percentagesReasoning AbilityAbility to identify and solve problems with limited informationAbility to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule formAbility to work independentlyAbility to work in a high-volume arenaRequires good organizational skillsRequires attention to detailRequires an openness to new ideas and procedures (flexibility)
Computer / Equipment Skills
Requires 10-key by touchDemonstrates proficiency in excelProficient with various computer software programs
HybridOur Equal Opportunity Commitment
Avison Young is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity within our workforce. Our non-discrimination policy ensures that all individuals are treated equally, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that values accessibility and fair recruitment practices for all employees. We hope you will join us in committing to create a workplace that is fair, equitable, and welcoming to all.
Benefits offered to full time W2 employees
Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year of tenureMedical, Dental, Vision InsuranceCompany paid Life and AD&D InsuranceCompany paid Short & Long-Term DisabilityVoluntary Critical Illness and Accident CoverageHealthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter & Transit Pre-Tax BenefitsWellness programEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)
Work-Life Balance
Competitive paid vacation days2 personal/wellness daysPaid holidays plus 2 floating holidaysAnnual volunteer day for Day of Giving
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At Avison Young, we are committed to providing a comprehensive suite of commercial real estate services to our clients while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture for our employees. Our collaborative approach and emphasis on personal and professional growth create an environment where individuals can thrive. Real estate can have a significant positive impact on people’s lives – and we’re in the business of making spaces and places work better for people. Our purpose is to create real economic, social and environmental value as a global real estate advisor, powered by people.
If you're looking for career opportunities where you can excel and contribute to a strong company culture, we want to hear from you. Join our highly motivated team and take pride in your work as we create a better future together.
The Property Accounting Specialist I
generally is assigned to a portfolio of projects within our Property Accounting group. General purpose of this job is to support with Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and other duties as directed by the supervisory position. The individual will adhere to established policies and procedures ensuring appropriate internal controls.
Accounts Receivables
Review and post daily cash receiptsPost NSF checks and payment reversalsRun late fee report and process monthly late feesRun and distribute Tenants’ monthly statementsPrepare monthly rental edits for the Property Managers’ reviewRecord monthly tenant rental chargesProcess security deposit receipts, forfeits, application and refundsProcess open credit refunds and other refunds and apply open credits to chargesPrepare/enter and/or review/post billing adjustmentsFile A/R activity by project in monthly foldersReview lease abstracts against lease documents and enter into accounting system
Accounts Payables
Perform data input of approved and coded vendor invoices and check requestsConfirm and approve vendor codes, invoice numbers and invoice datesReview invoices for Property Manager and Accountant approvalsRun edit report to review accuracy of data entryProcess security deposit refundsProcess manual checksProcess other refunds and open credit reimbursementsReview and approve AP vendor invoices for property number, coding, description and approvalsCut vendor checksMatch checks with vendor invoices, confirming accuracy of vendor payee and addressAttach remittance to checkProcess voided checksCoordinate with Property Accountant for approval of fundsCoordinate with Property Accountant for release of checks as neededCoordinate new vendor information with Accounts Payable ManagerFile A/P Activity by project in monthly foldersAdding new vendors with receipt of proper documentation. Obtaining missing documentation as necessary.Assist in year-end preparation of 1099’s as neededResponsible for ensuring monthly mortgage, land lease, or other recurring monthly payments are processed timely – avoiding any penalties for late payment.
Minimum Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative, but not exclusive or exhaustive, of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience
High School diploma requiredMinimum two years work experience with A/R in either residential or commercial management industry – THIS IS A REQUIREMENT TO APPLYPreferred Completion of college level accounting courses
Communication Skills
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Property Managers, Controllers, Accounting Managers and Property AccountantsRequires positive attitude and good interpersonal skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsRequires a high-level commitment to customer service, whether co-workers or clients
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimalsAbility to compute rate, ratios and percentagesReasoning AbilityAbility to identify and solve problems with limited informationAbility to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule formAbility to work independentlyAbility to work in a high-volume arenaRequires good organizational skillsRequires attention to detailRequires an openness to new ideas and procedures (flexibility)
Computer / Equipment Skills
Requires 10-key by touchDemonstrates proficiency in excelProficient with various computer software programs
HybridOur Equal Opportunity Commitment
Avison Young is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity within our workforce. Our non-discrimination policy ensures that all individuals are treated equally, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that values accessibility and fair recruitment practices for all employees. We hope you will join us in committing to create a workplace that is fair, equitable, and welcoming to all.
Benefits offered to full time W2 employees
Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year of tenureMedical, Dental, Vision InsuranceCompany paid Life and AD&D InsuranceCompany paid Short & Long-Term DisabilityVoluntary Critical Illness and Accident CoverageHealthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter & Transit Pre-Tax BenefitsWellness programEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)
Work-Life Balance
Competitive paid vacation days2 personal/wellness daysPaid holidays plus 2 floating holidaysAnnual volunteer day for Day of Giving
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