Accounting, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Payable Software, Billing, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, English Language, Establish Priorities, Financial Reporting, General Ledger Software, Information Technology & Information Systems, Insurance, Insurance Documentation, Journal Entries, Payment Processing, Property Management, Reconciliation, Spanish Language, Telecommunications, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation
Overview
This is an entry level accounting position reporting directly to the Assistant Controller. The Accounts Payable Accountant performs a variety of tasks related to the processing of accounts payable.
Responsibilities
- Scan invoices and documents to start workflow for the processing of payables.
- Review, edit and enter payable information into accounts payable software.
- Track and process utility, cable, and telecommunications payments.
- Maintain and review vendor information files and records.
- Contact vendors and insurance companies to obtain proper insurance certificates and documentation.
- Mail payments to vendors and tenants.
- Prepare journal entries.
- Communicate with vendors and on-site management personnel.
- Monitor, research, and reconcile vendor accounts and payments.
- Assist with special ad hoc projects.
- Assist with annual audits.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Two years of secondary accounting education preferred.
- Accounts payable experience preferred.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to organize and prioritize.
- Proficient in standard information technology tools, including Office products and general ledger software.
- Knowledge of Yardi Property Management and Accounting software (including VendorCafe and VendorShield) a plus.
- Able to work overtime.
- Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Must be able to read and comprehend the English language.
- Fluent in Spanish is a plus.