Avison Young
Property Accounting Specialist I
The Property Accounting Specialist I generally is assigned to a portfolio of projects within our Property Accounting group. The general purpose of this job is to support with Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and other duties as directed by the supervisory position. The individual will adhere to established policies and procedures, ensuring appropriate internal controls. Responsibilities
Accounts Receivables: Review and post daily cash receipts Post NSF checks and payment reversals Run late fee report and process monthly late fees Run and distribute Tenants' monthly statements Prepare monthly rental edits for the Property Managers' review Record monthly tenant rental charges Process security deposit receipts, forfeits, application and refunds Process open credit refunds and other refunds and apply open credits to charges Prepare/enter and/or review/post billing adjustments File A/R activity by project in monthly folders Review lease abstracts against lease documents and enter into accounting system Accounts Payables: Perform data input of approved and coded vendor invoices and check requests Confirm and approve vendor codes, invoice numbers and invoice dates Review invoices for Property Manager and Accountant approvals Run edit report to review accuracy of data entry Process security deposit refunds Process manual checks Process other refunds and open credit reimbursements Review and approve AP vendor invoices for property number, coding, description and approvals Cut vendor checks Match checks with vendor invoices, confirming accuracy of vendor payee and address Attach remittance to check Process voided checks Coordinate with Property Accountant for approval of funds Coordinate with Property Accountant for release of checks as needed Coordinate new vendor information with Accounts Payable Manager File A/P Activity by project in monthly folders Adding new vendors with receipt of proper documentation. Obtaining missing documentation as necessary. Assist in year-end preparation of 1099's as needed Responsible for ensuring monthly mortgage, land lease, or other recurring monthly payments are processed timely
avoiding any penalties for late payment. Qualifications
Education and/or Experience: High School diploma required Minimum two years work experience with A/R in either residential or commercial management industry
THIS IS A REQUIREMENT TO APPLY Preferred: Completion of college level accounting courses Communication Skills: Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Property Managers, Controllers, Accounting Managers, and Property Accountants Requires a positive attitude and good interpersonal skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Requires a high-level commitment to customer service, whether co-workers or clients Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages Reasoning Ability: Ability to identify and solve problems with limited information Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form Ability to work independently Ability to work in a high-volume arena Requires good organizational skills Requires attention to detail Requires an openness to new ideas and procedures (flexibility) Computer / Equipment Skills: Requires 10-key by touch Demonstrates proficiency in excel Proficient with various computer software programs such as Adobe, Microsoft Office, MRI, Yardi, Kardin
PREVIOUS MRI OR YARDI EXPERIENCE IS A REQUIREMENT TO APPLY Experience with a Windows environment Our Equal Opportunity Commitment
Avison Young is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity within our workforce. Our non-discrimination policy ensures that all individuals are treated equally, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that values accessibility and fair recruitment practices for all employees. We hope you will join us in committing to create a workplace that is fair, equitable, and welcoming to all. Benefits offered to full time W2 employees: Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year of tenure Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Coverage Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter & Transit Pre-Tax Benefits Wellness program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Work-Life Balance: Competitive paid vacation days 2 personal/wellness days Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays Annual volunteer day for Day of Giving
The Property Accounting Specialist I generally is assigned to a portfolio of projects within our Property Accounting group. The general purpose of this job is to support with Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and other duties as directed by the supervisory position. The individual will adhere to established policies and procedures, ensuring appropriate internal controls. Responsibilities
Accounts Receivables: Review and post daily cash receipts Post NSF checks and payment reversals Run late fee report and process monthly late fees Run and distribute Tenants' monthly statements Prepare monthly rental edits for the Property Managers' review Record monthly tenant rental charges Process security deposit receipts, forfeits, application and refunds Process open credit refunds and other refunds and apply open credits to charges Prepare/enter and/or review/post billing adjustments File A/R activity by project in monthly folders Review lease abstracts against lease documents and enter into accounting system Accounts Payables: Perform data input of approved and coded vendor invoices and check requests Confirm and approve vendor codes, invoice numbers and invoice dates Review invoices for Property Manager and Accountant approvals Run edit report to review accuracy of data entry Process security deposit refunds Process manual checks Process other refunds and open credit reimbursements Review and approve AP vendor invoices for property number, coding, description and approvals Cut vendor checks Match checks with vendor invoices, confirming accuracy of vendor payee and address Attach remittance to check Process voided checks Coordinate with Property Accountant for approval of funds Coordinate with Property Accountant for release of checks as needed Coordinate new vendor information with Accounts Payable Manager File A/P Activity by project in monthly folders Adding new vendors with receipt of proper documentation. Obtaining missing documentation as necessary. Assist in year-end preparation of 1099's as needed Responsible for ensuring monthly mortgage, land lease, or other recurring monthly payments are processed timely
avoiding any penalties for late payment. Qualifications
Education and/or Experience: High School diploma required Minimum two years work experience with A/R in either residential or commercial management industry
THIS IS A REQUIREMENT TO APPLY Preferred: Completion of college level accounting courses Communication Skills: Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Property Managers, Controllers, Accounting Managers, and Property Accountants Requires a positive attitude and good interpersonal skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Requires a high-level commitment to customer service, whether co-workers or clients Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages Reasoning Ability: Ability to identify and solve problems with limited information Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form Ability to work independently Ability to work in a high-volume arena Requires good organizational skills Requires attention to detail Requires an openness to new ideas and procedures (flexibility) Computer / Equipment Skills: Requires 10-key by touch Demonstrates proficiency in excel Proficient with various computer software programs such as Adobe, Microsoft Office, MRI, Yardi, Kardin
PREVIOUS MRI OR YARDI EXPERIENCE IS A REQUIREMENT TO APPLY Experience with a Windows environment Our Equal Opportunity Commitment
Avison Young is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity within our workforce. Our non-discrimination policy ensures that all individuals are treated equally, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that values accessibility and fair recruitment practices for all employees. We hope you will join us in committing to create a workplace that is fair, equitable, and welcoming to all. Benefits offered to full time W2 employees: Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year of tenure Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Coverage Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter & Transit Pre-Tax Benefits Wellness program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Work-Life Balance: Competitive paid vacation days 2 personal/wellness days Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays Annual volunteer day for Day of Giving