About Us
Ad-West Realty Services, Inc. is a professional, full-service property management company specializing in managing affordable housing apartment communities in the states of Washington, Oregon, Alaska, and Nevada since 1986. We believe that all people deserve affordable, safe, and well cared for homes and strive to make positive differences in others' lives.
Company Culture
- Small, people-oriented company
- Professional but casual, family atmosphere
- We strive to provide excellent and integrity-backed service for our clients, residents, colleagues, and all others we work with
What you will be doing
The Property Staff Accountant plays an important role in the Ad-West' account department, supporting the financial operations of assigned properties. This position is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of property-level financials, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations. The property Accountant manages day-to-day accounting functions including general ledger maintenance, month-end closing, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of property management accounting. This position will report to the Accounting Lead.
Responsibilities and Tasks
- Prepare and maintain accurate monthly financial statements for assigned properties.
- Perform general ledger reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Review and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries as needed.
- Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable activity to ensure proper coding and accuracy.
- Review property budgets, variances, and support variance explanations.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Maintain organized and accurate financial records, including supporting documentation.
- Coordinate with property management, Vendors, and internal teams to resolve accounting issues.
- Assist with audits, year-end reporting, and lender or ownership requests.
- Generate financial and system reports as requested.
Soft Skills and Personal Attributes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple properties and deadlines efficiently.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and focused on continuous improvement.
- Effective communicator with both internal teams and external partners.
Qualifications
- Highschool diploma or equivalent, associate's degree in accounting, finance, or related business field preferred but not required
- 1-2 years of experience in accounts payable or similar role
- Strong understanding of accounts payable practices
- Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a face-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting or standing (your choice) at a desk and working on a computer
- Ability to use standard office equipment, including a computer, keyboard, mouse, phone, scanner, printer, and postage machine
- Ability to occasionally life and move files or supplies weighing up to 20 pounds
- Visual acuity to read and interpret data on a computer screen and paper documents.
- Manual dexterity for data entry and handling paperwork.
Mental Requirements
- Ability to maintain concentration and focus while processing high volumes of invoices and financial data.
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to identify discrepancies and resolve issues accurately
- High attention to detail to ensure data accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Ability to handle stress related to deadlines and high-priority tasks while managing time efficiently
- Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with vendors and colleagues
Benefits
- Health insurance for eligible employees working a consistent 30+ hours per week
- 401k with a company match
- 13 Company Paid Holidays
Schedule
- Full-Time at 40 hours a week
- Hybrid work option with 2 days in office and 3 days at home
Starting Pay
$25.00 - $28.00 per hour DOE