Accounting Audit Specialist (Property Management)
About The Position
The Accounting Audit Specialist is an integral member of the Operations Staff Services Team, a team that functions as a point of support for operations. This role will be accountable for a variety of auditing tasks and projects which may include accounting month end audits, eviction audits, housing audits, ledger audits, due diligence, and any other assignments needed for the betterment of our property operations. They are also responsible for all administrative duties related to the operations support function in our customer relationship management (CRM) software. Through all assigned duties, tasks, and projects you will be expected to provide exceptional customer service to residents and colleagues. The internal title for this role is Operations Support Specialist. This position is available at our Woodland Hills or Irvine corporate office. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM and fully onsite.
Requirements
- Experience processing ledgers, leases, and charge details is required.
- Accounting experience required, property management preferred.
- Proficiency in Excel and attention to detail required.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school is preferred.
- 1-2+ years of community management experience preferred.
- CRM experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide quality customer service experiences through all interactions with internal and external partners
- Complete several operational audits; including but not limited to Gross Potential Rent for Accounting Month End, eviction audits, housing audits, general ledger audits, and due diligence.
- Maintain up to date on all operations and property accounting practices
- Ensure systems are kept up to date and accurate for data integrity and reporting purposes
- Assist with other ad hoc requests and reports as needed
- Work on projects and programs related to the operational support for the Essex portfolio of communities
- Maintain information library for property specific details, suggesting updates as necessary
- Exercise discretion as it relates to confidential resident, property and company information
- Compliance with company standards as defined in the Human Resources Policy Manual, E-Way Processes and Procedures, and applicable laws, e.g., Fair Housing, Landlord Tenant, Local Building Codes, OSHA, and EEOC
Benefits
- All full-time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more.
- With our 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days, work/life balance is a priority!
- Additionally, most positions are eligible for a housing discount of 20%.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
