Property Accountant - #1335203

MetroPlains Management is a multi-family management company focused on our mission of becoming the industry leader in affordable housing through integrity, superior service, energy conservation and community building.

Our culture is what we are most proud of! Our business decisions are based on our five core values:

• Own the Challenge We set high expectations for ourselves and each other
• Do the Right Thing We are honest, transparent, and committed
• Embrace Our Differences We celebrate and value each person
• Bring our A Game We strive for the best
• Find a Better Way We value continuous improvement

If you are looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills, talents, and education to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of, if you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to have an impact, this role could be just what you're looking for.

Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Property Accountant to join our accounting team. This role will collaborate with our management teams, prepare billings, and track expenses, as well as prepare monthly financial reporting for management. This position will also have primary responsibility for the overall accounting and monthly closing cycle for the properties we manage.

Responsibilities:

• Tracking tenant activity through communication with property manager
• Posting of monthly rent rolls and vacancies
• Charging other miscellaneous charges to tenants identifying and recording receipts for designated properties
• Distributing receivable reports
• Producing late rent letters when needed
• Identifying and recording invoices to the correct properties
• Handling vendor inquiries
• Writing checks for payment of invoices
• Process and record all deposits and payments
• Reconcile and manage all cash accounts
• Setting up new bank accounts when needed Cash flow projections and management
• Demonstrate the ability to post, analyze and resolve general ledger transactions
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation and distribution of the properties internal and external financial reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and practices
• Coordinate financial statements, outside reporting requirements, audit activities, and other informational reports and requests.
• Assist in preparation of budgets in coordination with Area Managers Meet Audit/Tax preparation deadlines at year end
• Special projects as assigned
• Record all transactions into accounting program
• Develop a thorough understanding of all modules within the software program
• Demonstrate the ability to handle administrative duties. Demonstrate the ability to write appropriate correspondence.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently, to organize work, to establish priorities, to follow defined procedures, and to follow through in the completion of tasks to meet established deadlines.
• Demonstrate the ability to interact effectively and in a businesslike manner with other staff, residents, service workers, and others.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and the ability to use computers and related software including Yardi, Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Demonstrate the ability to be punctual and reliable.
• Responsible for making the decisions necessary to schedule, coordinate and accomplish the duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the policies and procedures of MetroPlains and the properties, with legal and contractual requirements, and with sound business practices.
• Maintain interface with departmental heads, owners, and government agencies to ensure compliance with established budgets, operational plans, and government regulations

Education & Experience:

• High school education or the equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to relate to a diverse group of people.
• Internally driven to help others and provide solutions.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Physical Demands:

• Seldom requires lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Often required to sit, stand, walk, bend knees, stretch arms, talk and hear.
• Occasionally required to stoop or kneel.
• Requires face-to-face contact/telephone/or use of technology for conversations/discussions with individuals or groups of people.
• Requires use of a computer to process information.
• Requires reading and creating letters, documents, spreadsheets and memos

Total Compensation

Your total compensation package includes your base salary, training and development programs, career growth opportunities, community volunteer opportunities, and comprehensive benefits package. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life & disability, critical illness & accident insurance, PTO, 12 paid holidays, 401(K) with a company match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee recognition and much more!

If this sounds like the type of company that you would like to work for, we would love to hear from you. Find out where your talents can take you by applying today! If you or someone you know is ready to get back to work and build their resume, please send resumes to: [email protected].

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background verification. MetroPlains is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.