Accounting Clerk

Description

SUMMARY / OBJECTIVE

The Accounting Clerk provides accounting support for the organization’s rental properties and assists the senior property accountant and/or property accountant with daily accounting functions and accurate and timely postings of financial transactions.   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain accurate accounting records and controls by following policies and procedures. 
• Calculate and timely record recurring entries and transactions. 
• Obtain and organize accounting records, keep an accurate and orderly electronic filing system. 
• Review and approve G/L coding and invoices. 
• Complete periodic account reconciliations, research and correct discrepancies. 
• Monitor property escrow & reserve accounts for related expenditures and proper required balances in accordance with loan & partnership agreements. 
• Prepare and submit PA approved bank transfer requests to Senior Accountant, record bank transactions. 
• Update and maintain electronic workbooks and relevant schedules. 
• Prepare financial reports for review by PA and distribute to internal and external users. 
• Prepare supporting work papers for audit and tax return preparation. 
• Prepares the submission of information requested from auditors. 
• Contribute to the completion of special projects as needed. 
• Respond to detailed requests and perform other related duties as assigned.  

Requirements

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to work under time pressure, independently manage priorities, objectives and deadlines. 
• Recognize peak times and complete high volume of tasks and seek additional tasks and opportunities for cross training during low volume periods.  
• Understand applicable policies, procedures, controls and authorization levels as they relate to the PA’s job function. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, detail oriented. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel) and comfortable learning new technologies. 
• Adaptable to changing work processes and procedures. 
• Commit to the mission and values of the organization. 
• Maintain a professional attitude and personal appearance. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Office environment; hybrid remote / telecommuting available after 60 days. Flexible work schedule four, 10-hour days or five, 8-hour days.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

• None

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: Degree in accounting or relevant field, bachelor’s preferred. Commensurate experience may be considered.
• Experience: 2+ years in an accounting or finance related position.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

ADA REQUIREMENTS

• Physical: Frequently required to perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks such as typing, writing, etc. Must be able to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods. May be asked to lift up to 25 lbs.  
• Sensory: Frequently required to read documents, watch training videos, and read numbers on a computer screen. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise, as in accepting phone calls, interacting with management, co-workers, and other staff, etc. Must be able to speak clearly and understand/be understood using the English language. 
• Cognitive: Frequently required to concentrate on intense detail with constant interruption. Must be able to attend to a task/function for 1 hour or more. Frequently required to understand and relate to specific ideas, several at a time. Must be able to remember multiple tasks/assignments given to self and others over a period of several days. 
• Environmental Conditions: Dust, potential loud noises, glare from computer screens, heat, and air conditioning. 
• Equipment: Frequently required to use a computer, keyboard, mouse, 10-key calculator, monitors, scanner, phone, copier, fax machine, and other office equipment. 

VALUES-BASED BEHAVIORS

• Listens attentively to others. Asks clarifying questions to gain a better understanding of the other person’s views and assumptions. Is compassionate