Accountant

ASSET MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING SERV•North Charleston, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AMCS, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our Charleston-based property management team. This is a senior individual-contributor role responsible for managing the financial records of a portfolio comprising seven commercial properties and up to five residential rental properties. In addition to managing your own assigned portfolio, you will serve as a quality-control resource for the accounting team — reviewing financial statements and approving bank reconciliations prepared by other staff. The ideal candidate brings hands-on property accounting experience, strong judgment, and the organizational discipline to manage multiple entities accurately and on deadline.

Requirements

3+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, or property accounting experience
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Experience managing accounting for multiple entities or properties simultaneously
Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting, and month-end close procedures
Ability to review others’ work, identify errors, and provide clear, constructive feedback
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite
High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to meet recurring deadlines

Nice To Haves

Experience using RealPage or comparable property management/accounting software
Experience in multifamily or commercial property management accounting
Knowledge of CAM (Common Area Maintenance) reconciliations
Familiarity with property management operations and owner reporting practices
Experience working with external auditors and tax professionals
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities across multi-property portfolios
Comfortable in a role that combines independent production with peer-review responsibility
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with owners, vendors, and team members
Ability to manage competing deadlines across a large and varied portfolio
Process-improvement mindset — able to identify inefficiencies and recommend solutions
Collaborative approach with a high standard for accuracy and accountability

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of seven commercial properties and up to five residential rental properties
Process accounts payable invoices with proper GL coding for all assigned properties
Perform monthly bank reconciliations and cash balancing across all portfolio accounts
Maintain accurate general ledger entries and ensure proper system documentation
Prepare monthly owner statements and financial packages for property owners
Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close procedures
Prepare financial reports, balance sheets, and income statements for each property
Review financial statements prepared by other accounting staff for accuracy and compliance
Approve bank reconciliations submitted by other team members before finalization
Identify discrepancies or procedural gaps and provide constructive feedback to staff
Support optimization of accounting workflows and reporting tools across the team
Coordinate and approve vendor payments across assigned properties
Communicate with vendors regarding invoice discrepancies or payment status as needed
Respond to property owner inquiries related to financial reports and statements
Maintain organized accounting files and ensure proper system documentation
Ensure compliance with company financial policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
Support annual audit and tax preparation, coordinating with external CPAs and auditors
Maintain confidentiality of all financial, tenant, and owner information
Assist with internal controls and audit preparation procedures