Accounts Payable Specialist, Property Accounting

Welltower Careers • Palm Beach Gardens, FL

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About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for processing and managing the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely payments for various property-related expenses. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounting within the property or real estate industry and will play a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity of our operations.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 years of experience in accounts payable, preferably in a property management or real estate environment.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and verification of employment, education, and other credentials relevant to the position.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Yardi, or similar systems) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage vendor invoices and payments, while adhering to company policies and procedures, and verifying that property-related expenses are correctly allocated to appropriate accounts.
• Collaborate with our operating partners to ensure all invoices are routed to the appropriate place, approvals granted and payments delivered.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of accounts payable transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness, while assisting with the preparation of financial reports, including accounts payable summaries and property-related financial statements.
• Work with our operating partners to ensure all invoices are routed to the appropriate place, approvals granted and payments delivered.
• Collaborate closely with the Property Accounting team to ensure accurate reporting of operating expenses.
• Track AP KPI’s to ensure monthly metrics are being met including time to approve and speed to payment.
• Ensure compliance with all internal controls, accounting policies, and legal requirements regarding accounts payable processes.
• Maintain organized and accurate records of all accounts payable transactions for audit purposes.
• Provide administrative support as needed in preparing for audits and assisting with external accounting reviews.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Bonus
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Program – purchase shares at a 15% discount
• Employer-matching 401(k) Program + Profit Sharing Program
• Student Debt Program – we’ll contribute up to $10,000 towards your student loans!
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive and progressive Medical/Dental/Vision options
• Professional Growth
• And much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees