Bookkeeper

Description

• Deal with resident complaints, concerns, and requests to ensure resident satisfaction
• Plan for and utilize property resources, equipment, and supplies economically (i.e., obtaining bids/pricing from vendors, suppliers, contractors, dealing with inadequate service, etc.)
• Responsible for all end-of-the-month closing procedures and reporting.
• Monitor and follow up on bad debt to include preparation of late notices, resident and guarantor contact, and filing evictions.
• Use consistent techniques & company directives to screen, hire, train, coach, and develop on-site staff
• Responsible for posting all charges to resident and non-current resident accounts; to also include bill back of utilities where applicable.
• Implement marketing strategies & systems put in place by the annual marketing plan
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods, communicate with others to exchange information, repeat motions that may include wrists, hands, and/or fingers, assessing the accuracy, assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Assist with supervision of all business functions related to operations
• Ensure the effectiveness of staff through ongoing training, coaching, counseling, and guidance in compliance with Asset training benchmarks.
• Promote harmony and quality job performance of staff through support and effective leadership
• Ensure staff compliance and consistency with Company policies and procedures
• Responsible for processing and reconciling daily all account receivables
• Effectively show, lease, and move in prospective residents
• Develop and implement resident retention programs (i.e., resident functions, special promotions, monthly newsletter, etc.)
• Maintain property appearance and ensure repairs are noted and completed on a timely basis (this requires regular property inspections and tours)
• Responsible for helping the property meet budgeted revenues, expenses, and Net Operating Income.
• The employee is occasionally required to ascend/descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, step stools, and the like, move self into different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, work in an overhead position and reach, adjust or move objects of up to 25 lbs. in all directions, lift and place objects up to 25 lbs, operate machinery or power tools, operate motor vehicles and/or golf carts, identify and inspect objects, be able to work overtime, weekends, night hours (emergencies) work in small and/or enclosed spaces, traverse flat and non-flat terrain, work in extremely low or high temperatures, work in outdoor environments such as precipitation and wind, be exposed to hazardous chemicals.
• Responsible for posting all payments and income received from all applicants, current residents, and non-current residents accurately, timely, and efficiently
• Manage excellent customer service and monitor service request turnaround and responsiveness of maintenance staff
• The employee is frequently required to move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another.
• Maintain accurate and organized records; audit resident files to ensure accurate records.
• Ensure staff leasing techniques are effective in obtaining closure, follow-up procedures met, signing/documentation of leases, and reporting systems are accurate and up to date.
• Responsible for walking units and posting all move-out charges, statements, and security deposit refunds

Requirements

• Ability to understand and perform all on-site software functions; basic computer skills required.
• Must have basic knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements.
• Regular/daily onsite attendance is required
• High School Diploma or Equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred or two year’s experience in the housing industry; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance