Senior Staff Accountant

Action Property Management • Irvine, CA

9d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Action Property Management is hiring a Senior Staff Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations for assigned homeowners associations. The role is responsible for accurate and timely financial activities, including financial statement preparation, reconciliations, budgeting, audits, and banking transactions, while supporting leadership and collaborating with managers, board members, and internal teams.

The position is based at the company's corporate office in Irvine, California, with the option to work from its Irvine, Corona, or San Diego offices. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role follows a hybrid work model after an initial training period. Compensation is $80,000 to $90,000, depending on experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and proven ability to prepare and interpret financial statements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple deadlines independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage effectively with HOA board members, community managers, and team members.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong English writing and verbal communication skills.
• Sense of urgency, strong accountability, a professional and customer-first demeanor, and effective communication under pressure.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with CINC accounting software.
• HOA experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger, update the chart of accounts as needed, and monitor accounts for discrepancies.
• Record journal entries promptly with complete documentation and support.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Reconcile and balance accounts payable and accounts receivable monthly.
• Research and resolve suspense items, contingencies, and unusual transactions.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statement packages and supplemental schedules for completeness and accuracy.
• Lead annual budget preparation, coordinating inputs and ensuring forecast accuracy.
• Manage the audit and review process by providing documentation, answering auditor questions, and coordinating responses.
• Manage routine banking and investment transactions accurately and on time.
• Respond to accounting inquiries from site managers, board members, and internal teams, providing timely updates and communication.
• Handle cross-departmental responsibilities, including onboarding new accounts, audit file preparation, and recurring deliverables.
• Drive process improvements to increase the accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory frameworks, industry standards, and US GAAP.
• Represent the accounting team at Board meetings when requested.
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for qualifying employees, including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, 401(k) with company match, and life and disability support.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and company-observed holidays for qualifying team members.
• Ongoing hospitality and property management training.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Competitive pay.
• Investment in infrastructure, technology, training, and tools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior