Corporate Accounts Payable Accountant

at  FirstService Residential

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Corporate AP Accountant is responsible for Corporate Accounts Payable processing. This position is a critical and integrated member of the Corporate Accounting team and a successful candidate will have previous related accounting experience and the ability to function effectively in a fast paced, high transaction-processing environment.
The position requires an individual who is ambitious, self-directed, and capable of working autonomously or with the broader leadership team to achieve the business and financial goals of the company.
Compensation: $25-29/hr
FirstService Residential will compensate the successful candidate in accordance with the posted range. The salary or wage paid to the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience, education, and specific job responsibilities. For positions designated at a client’s property, the salary or wage will also be premised upon the client’s directive. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Job Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Process accounts payable as required, including but not limited to vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, various tax and business licenses and other cash and banking activities.
• Apply technical knowledge and judgment to ensure accuracy of timeliness of AP processing, including the recording of AP activity in the proper period, proper account coding and timely resolution of reconciling items as required.
• Ensure that cash receipts are processed timely and accurately, including but not limited to HOA client payments and miscellaneous receipts as required.
• Manage the Banking Administration activities, including but not limited to user access, bank account set up, signature card maintenance, electronic file processing and maintenance.
• Ensure that weekly/monthly cash activity is updated to ensure accurate and timely cash management and cash projections.
• Ensure that best practices and banking technology are fully leveraged to ensure that best in class cash management functions are utilized.
• Demonstrate understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties requirements to drive implementation of best practices in adherence to Sarbanes Oxley requirements.
• Prepare and maintain Procedures for specific job duties.
• Liaison with IT and other departments on various projects, initiatives and process improvements impacting the Corporate Accounting function, as needed and assigned.
• Participate in migration of western and Texas region accounting processes as required.
• Participate in special projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical accounting knowledge and ability to incorporate that knowledge and synthesize information into actionable recommendations and analyses.
• Adaptable in using organizational skills to prioritize tasks and take ownership of work; comfort and ability to deliver results in a flexible, fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to anticipate busy schedules and communicate with other members of the organization/department to complete assignments on time.
• Ability to effectively pace work to adhere to financial close deadlines and key deliverables.
• Demonstrate integrity in work product and commitment to accuracy.
• High sense of urgency.
• Adhere to key financial controls in accordance with GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley requirements and corporate policy.
• Strong ability to work as a team member.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Applications, especially Outlook and Excel, including a working knowledge of complex Excel actions (e.g. pivot tables, v-lookups).
• Ability to master financial systems and reporting tools (Great Plains preferred).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate and model company values with internal and external customers.
• Proactively communicate with team and cross-functional counterparts.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors or higher degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 3+ years accounting experience preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard.
• Must be able to respond to requests and communicate to staff, coworkers, clients, and vendors.
• Consistent and regular attendance required.
• Flexible schedule required

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans (full time and part time 30+ hours)
• Part time 20+ hours qualify for dental and vision
• 401K match
• Time off including vacation, sick, and company paid holidays
• Pet insurance available
• Verizon discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Legal services
• Free emotional wellbeing and daily life assistance support for all associates
• Domestic partner coverage
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account

ABOUT US:

FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.
Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development.

DISCLAIMER:

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.
FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws. All offers of employment with FirstService Residential are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Job Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Process accounts payable as required, including but not limited to vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, various tax and business licenses and other cash and banking activities.
• Apply technical knowledge and judgment to ensure accuracy of timeliness of AP processing, including the recording of AP activity in the proper period, proper account coding and timely resolution of reconciling items as required.
• Ensure that cash receipts are processed timely and accurately, including but not limited to HOA client payments and miscellaneous receipts as required.
• Manage the Banking Administration activities, including but not limited to user access, bank account set up, signature card maintenance, electronic file processing and maintenance.
• Ensure that weekly/monthly cash activity is updated to ensure accurate and timely cash management and cash projections.
• Ensure that best practices and banking technology are fully leveraged to ensure that best in class cash management functions are utilized.
• Demonstrate understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties requirements to drive implementation of best practices in adherence to Sarbanes Oxley requirements.
• Prepare and maintain Procedures for specific job duties.
• Liaison with IT and other departments on various projects, initiatives and process improvements impacting the Corporate Accounting function, as needed and assigned.
• Participate in migration of western and Texas region accounting processes as required.
• Participate in special projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard.
• Must be able to respond to requests and communicate to staff, coworkers, clients, and vendors.
• Consistent and regular attendance required.
• Flexible schedule require