Business Manager

CONAM Management Corporation•San Diego, CA

11d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

CONAM Management is seeking a Business Manager (also described as an Assistant Community Manager) to support the day-to-day operations of an affordable apartment community. The position combines on-site accounting and leasing responsibilities and serves as the person in charge when the Community Manager is absent. The posting identifies Juniper Gardens & Village Green Apartments in San Diego, CA in the title, while the role description names Casa Anita in Chula Vista, CA. This is a full-time position with full benefits. The pay range is $24.00–$26.00 per hour. The role requires experience with affordable properties, HUD, Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC), and Section 8, along with knowledge of multifamily community operations, leasing, financial reporting, and resident services.

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in affordable apartment communities.
Experience with affordable properties, HUD, Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC), and Section 8.
Strong understanding of multifamily apartment community operations, including leasing, financial reporting, and resident services.
Demonstrated success maintaining high occupancy rates in apartment communities.
Ability to provide exceptional customer service and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact professionally with residents, vendors, and team members.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Physical ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of supervisory experience preferred.
Experience with Yardi and/or MRI.

Responsibilities

Manage community financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and rent payment processing.
Support the Community Manager with asset management, budget implementation, financial reports, and cost control measures.
Oversee apartment leasing from initial inquiries through move-ins.
Maintain accurate resident files and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
Assist with marketing and advertising to fill vacancies.
Work to maintain maximum occupancy by engaging prospective residents, conducting apartment tours, and processing applications.
Address resident concerns, provide customer service, and foster a positive living environment.
Ensure leased apartments are properly documented and maintain accurate move-in and move-out records.
Collaborate with the Community Manager to enforce community policies and regulations and comply with fair housing laws and housing guidelines.
Perform general office tasks, including scheduling, answering resident inquiries, and managing resident communications.
Assist with organizing resident events and building community relationships.
Act as the person in charge and ensure continued smooth operations when the Community Manager is absent.
Perform other duties as assigned.