Accounting Associate - Accounts Receivable

Cohere Life, Inc.•Phoenix, AZ

1h•$22 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Cohere accounting team provides accounting and financial reporting support for a growing portfolio of master-planned communities and the people who live there. Our Accounting Associate – AR plays a critical role in the team's success by expertly processing invoices and payment distributions while providing overarching support to ensure efficiency, accuracy and timeliness. The ideal candidate will be kind, professional and accommodating in all interactions with property owners, vendors, partners and stakeholders and demonstrate exceptional skills in both accounting and communication. Our Accounting Associate – AR also assist with other accounting and non-accounting functions such as, file maintenance, researching discrepancies and data entry. All Cohere team members embrace and demonstrate the core values of Trust, Reciprocity, Spirit and Legacy while striving to exceed customer and team expectations. This role requires a cooperative and positive attitude, and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities with exceptional follow-through.

Requirements

Excellent computer and database skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and accuracy
Must be able to function and meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast paced environment
Must be highly customer service oriented and responsive with a high need for closure
Demonstrate a high level of integrity, honesty and respect
Must maintain a positive, professional approach in all internal and external interactions
Demonstrate initiative – ability to think, work, and make independent decisions based on sound judgment
Familiarity with General Accounting Principles & Budget Processes
Committed to personal growth, ongoing process improvement and team development
Able to work independently and as part of a team
1 to 4 years of experience in general accounting, bookkeeping and/or related accounting experience required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word and Outlook required
Data entry experience required

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of real estate industry and specific title transfer and disclosure experience preferred
Community Association experience preferred
Vantaca knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

Manage all Transfer & Disclosures for Re-Sales, Builder Sales, Vacant Lot Sales and all documentation through community web-based platform, HomewiseDocs.com.
Process monthly assessment billings for all property owners across multiple communities and entities; ensure accuracy of assessment rates, applicable fees and total amounts owed.
Process incoming assessment payments, including interface with various financial institution platforms, internal accounting database software, and Vantaca.
Carry out process for creating and sending monthly account statements and delinquency notices.
Assist Residents and Owners with account inquiries; provide exemplary service and follow-through results resulting in positive customer experiences and outcomes; escalate issues that cannot be satisfied to the appropriate team member for follow up.
Manage the integrity of all electronic resident data files, including Owners and Tenants.
Respond to general inquiries from Title Companies, Real Estate Agents, Prospective Buyers and Sellers, Property Management Companies and Lenders, and forward requests for specific inquiries to the appropriate team member(s).
Willingness to take on additional responsibilities as needed