Staff Accountant

Mills Property Management•Brookings, SD

About The Position

Overview As a Staff Accountant you will help keep our property finances running smoothly, making sure numbers are accurate and everything stays on track. From month-end close and budgets to audits and day-to-day transactions, this role touches all the key pieces of the accounting cycle. You’ll work closely with a supportive team to solve problems, keep things organized, and help deliver reliable financial insights. Job Details

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
3-5 Years of computer experience –including but not limited to, Windows OS, Outlook, Word, Excel

Responsibilities

Prepare quarterly journal entries for depreciation, taxes, and prepaid insurance
Review assigned financial statements for accuracy
Assist with month-end closing transactions
Prepare and review property budgets, including affordable housing program budgets
Prepare audit work papers and year-end property financial tie-outs
Assist with posting and depositing rents, security deposit returns, and monthly collections reporting and follow up
Assist with initiating and balancing monthly EFT’s
Process invoices, recurring property payables, and resident utility allowances as assigned
Manage owner funds and handle reserve withdrawals and management fee payments as needed
Serve as point of contact for YARDI software, including troubleshooting, property setup and vendor setup
Support HOA accounting service agreements, including monthly financials, homeowner correspondence, and onboarding new homeowners
Prepare financials for association meetings and other internal reporting as requested
Create receipts for HAP and RD payments
Prepare request to withdraw from reserves for affordable projects
Assist with preparation of audit work papers for properties after year end
Participate in the reconsideration committee as part of the tenant screening process
Collaborate with other accounting staff on projects and provide support as needed
Bill Home Services invoices as assigned
Staff Accountant will work cooperatively and comply with all company standards, policy and procedures, and will conduct work professionally, consistently and safely.