Accounting Associate

We are seeking a proactive and organized Accounting Associate to assist maintaining our financial records and support our accounting team. In this role, the candidate will ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and contribute to the smooth operation of our accounting processes. 

The role is welcome to any applicant nearing the completion of their degree.  We are willing to offer the flexibility to work part-time while completing the degree, with the opportunity to transition to a full-time position upon graduation.

What you have already achieved: (Requirements) 

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or actively pursuing one.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices with knowledge gained through coursework or internships (experience in bookkeeping or property management a plus)
• Data entry and record-keeping experience with attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Eagerness to learn and grow in the accounting field
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, while also collaborating effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
• AppFolio PM experience is a plus
• Proficiency in Google Suite (GSheets, Gdocs); familiarity with accounting software and spreadsheets is a plus

What you are great at: (Responsibilities)

• Record journal entries timely to keep financial reporting live.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of financial records and reports.
• Perform administrative and accounting duties as may be assigned.
• Help with the data entry and maintain accurate and organized financial documentation. 
• Maintain supporting schedules and accounting records, including but not limited to: reconciliations and accrual schedules 
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining accurate financial records by recording daily transactions, including purchases, sales, receipts and payments, using accounting software and spreadsheets. 
• Perform bank reconciliations in the allotted time frame. 

What you’re motivated by: 

• Making an impact. Whether it's the residents who call our Thriving Communities home, the investors who trust us to be stewards of their capital,  or the sponsors we work with to 10x their business, everything we do is about making an impact. 
• Challenges. You see roadblocks as opportunities and are proactive in finding solutions. 
• Growth. We’ve been named to the Inc. 5000 as one of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America for eleven consecutive years. 

Who We Are

What We Do In One Sentence:

We finance the building of Thriving Communities. 

Our Mission:

We are changing the nation through the building of Thriving Communities. We are the leader in funding the building of Thriving Communities centered in safe, attainable housing. 

Our Purpose:

To passionately make an extraordinary impact by transforming lives and building Thriving Communities. 

Our Big, Hairy, Audacious Goal (BHAG):

To positively impact and transform 10 million lives by funding the building of 5,000 Thriving Communities, becoming one of America’s 100 largest private companies.

Our Culture:

• We work hard, marching towards ambitious goals driven by a purpose that’s bigger than ourselves. 
• We are impact-driven, seeking to make a difference not just on the affordable housing crisis but also in the lives of our employees, investors, and partners. 
• We are disciplined, following our exclusive Elite Execution System to develop personally and professionally. 
• We strive to Live Fully, finding fulfillment in all areas of our lives.

Our Core Values:

Driven For Greatness: We are driven by the pursuit of knowledge and the paramount importance of a growth mindset, cultivating greatness both personally and professionally.

Living Fully: We prioritize living fully with a dedication to achieving optimal health in all aspects of life: faith, family, friends, freedom, fun , fulfillment, fitness, and finance. . We are intentional with our time, integrating the 8fs of our life to achieve our goals & God’s goals.

Grit: We have the endurance and unshakable commitment necessary to achieve our visionary long-term goals.

Community: We elevate the greater good over individual interests, magnifying our impact and cultivating thriving rela