Job description

Job description

Title: Accountant - New Orleans, LA

Latter & Blum Property Management, Inc, is a growing property management company based in New Orleans and currently have an opening for an Accountant at one of our satellite locations in Uptown New Orleans. We are seeking an experienced Accountant who has excellent accounting, customer service, communication and organizational skills. Prior experience in property management is also preferred. Salary is negotiable, depending upon experience.

Job Purpose

The Single-Family Accountant is responsible maintaining the accounting records for our single-family property portfolio. They are also responsible for carrying out property financial reporting responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create property records in AppFolio for new property management contracts
• Close out property records in AppFolio for terminations of management agreements
• Ensure segregation of duties remain intact for all transaction cycles
• Supervise property bookkeeper and review work to ensure transactions are being recorded properly and to the correct properties
• Perform all bank reconciliations timely
• Monitor the prompt payments of vital property expenses, such as utilities, taxes, and insurance
• Generate monthly financial statements for all properties in a timely manner
• Timely research and respond to transaction inquiries by agents, property managers, and owners
• Maintain an accurate general ledger for the company
• Review all payroll transactions and journals
• Perform required filings of information returns such as Forms 1099
• Special projects as assigned
• Working with corporate accountants of related entity
• Perform such other accounting, financial or administrative tasks as may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or business with emphasis in accounting.
• 5 years Accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with high volumes of transactions.
• Experience with YARDI and AppFolio property management software preferred, or a demonstrated history of adapting to various property and accounting software applications.
• Successfully worked in a fast-paced, quick-change environment.
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
• Attention to detail and troubleshooting/problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel and Word.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with peers, managers and clients.
• Dependability & flexibility with willingness to work the hours necessary, especially for meeting department deadlines.
• Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

***Salary is based on experience***

Latter & Blum Property Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $55,000.00 per year

We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision and company paid short- and long-term disability coverages. We also offer a generous 401k plan.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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