Bookkeeper

Avenue5 Residential, LLC • Santa Ana, CA

16d • Onsite

About The Position

Avenue5 is growing, and we are in search of a bookkeeper to join our dynamic team of Fivers! We are a vibrant third-party multifamily property management firm with locations across the United States. We are proud of our vibrant, inclusive, make-it-happen culture, where we: Listen to our associates, recognize them, and give them room to grow. Invest in our associates to help them become the best version of themselves. Approach every important decision with our associates in mind. Celebrate our associates’ successes and encourage them to raise the bar even higher. We’re looking for a talented bookkeeper who will be responsible for processing, managing, and tracking of the rental and miscellaneous income in addition to the invoices for the property.

Requirements

• High school diploma is required.
• At least one year of experience in accounting or related field is required.
• Excellent attention to detail with a focus on accuracy.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner.
• Ability to prioritize, set and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Intermediate level knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Clear understanding of all basic office equipment (ability to operate ten-key calculator, computer, and other office equipment).
• Clear understanding of profit and loss statements, general ledgers, budgeting, financial reporting, etc.
• Required to pass the Avenue5 Fair Housing, Diversity and Inclusion Training within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all collection efforts at the assigned property (including both current and previous residents).
• Post rental and miscellaneous income, as well as code invoices into the property management system.
• Manage property delinquencies by calling and serving balance due letters and/or three-day notices to residents with unpaid balances.
• File and manage the eviction process as required.
• Complete final accounting statements for residents upon move out.
• Complete the pre-close and month-end process and checklist for client accounting.
• Complete new supplier setup with accounts payable to ensure compliance.
• Assist property accountants with various accounting functions of the property.
• Send receivable and payable batches weekly to accounting and accounts payable.
• Reconcile receivable and accounts payable accounts as required.
• Assist property manager with management of income and expenses in accordance with planned budget.
• Complete weekly and/or daily reports and schedules as required.
• Prepare and deliver renewal letters to residents. Maintain renewal workbook/list.
• Prepare journal entries.
• Perform bank reconciliations and trace discrepancies.
• Receive and input client accounts payable invoices and generate payment.
• Generate (or interpret) business owner financial reports in accordance with IRS guidelines.
• Forecast cash flows to anticipate cash needs and preclude deficit spending.
• Other duties as assigned by the property manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED