Job Description
PROPERTY ACCOUNTANT
Full-time, Non-Exempt, Hourly
Fremont, California
Overview:
The Property Accountant, under general direction of the Accounting Manager and CFO, is responsible for accounting functions related to commercial and residential real estate properties and corporate entities. The Property Accountant will have daily interaction with property managers and vendors.
The Property Accountant will report to the Accounting Manager of the Company and will work with a team of approximately four (4) employees who are responsible for financial reporting, billing, collections, payroll, and budget preparation.
The position prefers a broad background property management accounting, enabling the successful candidate to address different tasks/issues as they arise. Periodic assignments will include other projects as may be assigned by senior management.
Traits:
- Has a big-picture mentality.
- Works as a team member in an effective, positive, and efficient manner.
- Exhibits problem solving and team skills.
- Strong character and ethical values.
- Strong work ethic.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class:
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and year‐end financial statements/reporting packages.
- Perform a wide variety of accounting analyses.
- Analyze various transactions and identify appropriate accounting treatment.
- Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
- Reconcile monthly bank statements to the general ledger.
- Record and process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Process cash receipts and prepare bank deposits.
- Prepare common area maintenance and real estate tax reconciliations.
- Monitor daily cash balances.
- Assist with preparation of annual operating budgets.
- Assist management with special projects and other tasks as assigned.
- Follow “Best Practices” accounting policy and procedures guidance and direction.
- Coordinate requests on an “as needed” basis.
- Any other responsibilities that may be assigned from time-to-time.
Working Conditions: Primarily in a casual office environment. Periodic weekend or evening work is expected during seasonal high demand periods, i.e., tax season.
Education/Skill Requirement:
- History of working as a team member in preparing timely financial statements.
- Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
- Exhibit a high level of commitment to service.
- Possess an understanding of accounting methods and financial terms and principles.
- Demonstrate ability to work well under pressure with a proactive approach.
- Display good organizational skills, attention to detail, and openness to new ideas and procedures.
- Working knowledge of CAM/COP, QuickBooks and Real Page software a plus.
- 2+ years’ experience, Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance a plus.
- Prior experience preferred.
Compensation: Hourly, Non-Exempt, based upon qualifications. Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) plan, medical, life insurance and annual merit /performance bonus.
“Ardenbrook is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Ardenbrook is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Ardenbrook are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Ardenbrook will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Ardenbrook encourages applicants of all ages.”
About Ardenbrook:
Ardenbrook, Inc. is with one of the San Francisco Bay Area's largest real estate investment companies. Ardenbrook’s four generations of real estate experience encompass ownership, management, development and construction of a mixture of land uses and property types including in excess of 50,000 residential units, (single family, multi-family and condominium developments), commercial, industrial and offices. Its experience includes real estate operations in California, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, Texas, Mississippi, Louisiana and Florida.
Well-established with over 90 years of operational experience, the Company owns or operates numerous properties including office and industrial buildings, shopping centers, and apartment communities. The Company's holdings are located in the western states. Within Northern California, Ardenbrook has real estate operations experience in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, and San Francisco County.
Ardenbrook has deep roots in Southern Alameda County reaching back to the 1840's. The "Arden" portion of the Company’s name reflects its long involvement in the development of both the City of Fremont and more recently the western district of the City of Fremont, the Patterson Ranch - Ardenwood Forest, New Town, now "Ardenwood.” The Ardenwood name derives from the 1870's, the South Pacific Coast Railroad Station once located near the Patterson Ranch area of Fremont, named for the forested area in England mentioned in Shakespeare's play, “As You Like It.”
Ardenbrook is a privately held company that strives to balance professionalism and integrity with a relaxed work environment.
Ardenbrook Tenant Service & Mission Statement:
Deliver the best possible environment to our tenants and their guests by providing clean and comfortable facilities and building conditions along with prompt, courteous and effective responses to their needs by all Ardenbrook personnel and vendors. This will be accomplished on a cost-effective basis for both tenants and building ownership.
Personnel Philosophy:
Our ability to meet our obligations to our clients, tenants and the community depends on our ability to attract, develop, and retain capable and loyal employees.
When you accept a position with our Company, you assume certain responsibilities, such as performing your duties in a conscientious manner, observing scheduled work hours, and following established policies and procedures.
At Ardenbrook, we feel that the relationship between the employer and the employee is a complementary one. As a Company, we desire to operate on an informal basis commensurate with accomplishing the task at hand. Each of us, regardless of position or title with the Company, must be always be willing and able to do whatever is necessary to fulfill the Company’s Mission. The Company would like each employee to feel that they may discuss any ideas or problems with their supervisor, or any other supervisor or officer of the Company, at any time. The efficiency of our Company heavily depends upon each of us managing ourselves in accomplishing our responsibilities. This conduct will provide everyone with an improved working atmosphere by enabling each of us to work together as a team of creative individuals.
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Physical setting:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
All candidates and employees are required to provide proof of vaccination against the COVID-19 virus.
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any experience with QuickBooks Enterprise?
Education:
Experience:
- Accounts payable: 1 year (Preferred)
- Property Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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