Accounting Assistant Job at Jaybird Senior Living in Cedar Rapids

About the Company: There are jobs – and then there are careers.

At Jaybird Senior Living, we offer team members the chance to do the kind of work that is meaningful and makes a difference every day. We are looking for people who live our mission of demonstrating exemplary red carpet service in all we do. The opportunity to grow, challenge yourself, and learn new skills is at your fingertips and we are always interested in talented individuals who desire to bring this innovative thinking to life in our communities.

Does this sound like you? Then, we invite you to join us.

Together we are better.

Why You Should Apply:

• Competitive pay
• Great benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and more
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• 401k with 5% Match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program

What You Will Do:

• Accounts Payable Support
• Process invoices through the company’s accounting system (P2P/DSSI).
• Match invoices to purchase orders and obtain proper approvals.
• Ensure timely payments to vendors and assist with vendor setup and maintenance.
• Administrative Support
• Answers Corporate phone line(s) and promptly and accurately deliver messages.
• Expense Reporting & Credit Card Management
• Review and verify Concur expense reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist employees with expense submissions, receipt documentation, and policy compliance.
• Month-End Close & Reconciliations
• Support accountants in preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist in gathering supporting documentation for month-end and audit purposes.
• Recordkeeping & Administrative Support
• Maintain organized filing systems (electronic and paper).
• Respond to inquiries from vendors, community staff, and internal departments.
• Provide general administrative support to the Accounting team.

Why You Are Qualified:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred), or equivalent work experience.
• 1–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with Yardi Voyager, Concur, or similar systems a plus.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with vendors, team members, and community staff.

Core Competencies

• Accuracy & Attention to Detail: Ensures data and financial entries are correct and complete.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned tasks and meets established deadlines.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with team members and other departments.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion with sensitive financial and resident information.
• Problem-Solving: Identifies discrepancies and works proactively to resolve them.

Work Environment

• Office-based role with regular use of computer systems and accounting software.
• May require occasional overtime during month-end close or audit periods.
• Team-oriented environment requiring collaboration and cross-training.

EOE

The Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the state of Minnesota to disclose the following information. If the position applied to is not located in Minnesota, the following information may not apply. The base range represents the low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, we provide a variety of benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, paid time off (PTO), Flexible hours for better work-life balance, Employee assistance program, on-demand pay.