Temporary Part-Time AP Accountant

Plymouth Housing Group•Seattle, WA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a temporary part time role focusing on processing Accounts Payable (AP) invoices for a portfolio of buildings and departments. This includes AP for 17 apartment building operations across 11 separate non-profit as well as for-profit legal entities, requiring a high degree of critical thinking skills necessary to analyze source documents, assign and/or review coding, ensure accuracy and maintain the financial integrity of the distinct entities. The varied and complex Accounts Payable systems handled within the AP Accountant portfolio include: a housing voucher program (SPC/SSP); a Payee Representative program for multiple tenants who require assistance managing their personal funds; and Expense Report processing for 80 credit card holders. Plymouth Housing is a nonprofit organization that develops and operates permanent supportive housing for single adults who have experienced chronic homelessness. With apartment buildings throughout King County, Plymouth is helping the most vulnerable members of our community leave homelessness behind forever. At Plymouth, we’re not simply trying to get people off the streets. We provide supportive services like case management and health care so that our residents can thrive long-term. As part of our strategic vision, we are building internal behavioral health services and transforming our systems to address rapid growth and the changing needs of residents.

Requirements

Committed to working toward creating an environment together that is rooted in mutual respect, the dignity of others, and antiracism, with a focus on meaningful outcomes, accountability, and lasting transformation in providing services to tenants and working with Plymouth staff. Able to communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of voices in support of Plymouth’s goal of being an anti-racist organization.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills including basic formulas and Pivot Tables.
Basic skills with MS Teams, Zoom, MS Word, and Adobe.
Understanding of the GL reconciliation process.
Ability to work on multiple tasks in a complex, high-volume accounting environment.
Attention to detail, commitment to accuracy, and highly organized.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Desire to work in an environment requiring teamwork, conflict resolution, and respect for others.
Ability to work well with diverse populations.
Exemplary history of integrity, professionalism, and independent judgment.
Education: AA in Accounting, Finance, or an equal combination of education and demonstrated work experience.
Experience: Minimum 2+ years of operational Accounts Payable experience.

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit accounting experience is a plus and is desired.
Experience with MIP, Boston Post AR/Property software, Yardi Property Software, Concur AP software is desired, and Prophix budgeting tool.
Real estate, development, and/or real property leasing experience is desired.
Research and analytical skills are desired.

Responsibilities

Assist with assigning, analyzing, and reviewing general ledger coding and allocations.
Scan invoices, route for coding and approval, and export invoices into MIP Accounting software.
Prepare checks and upload electronic payment files to the bank in an accurate and timely manner.
Process employee Expense Reports credit card activity and export into MIP Accounting software. Communicate with staff to solve problems, complete research, and request missing information.
Print checks and manage funds related to the Payee Representative program in collaboration with the Payee Program staff.
Print checks and manage funds related to the SPC/SSP voucher program in collaboration with SPC/SSP staff.
Ensure compliance with internal control and Accounts Payable policies, procedures, and best practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.

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