Property Finance and Compliance Accountant

at  Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
Wage Range: $78,000 to $85,000 Salary/Annually

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Controller, the Property Finance and Compliance Accountant will perform financial management and accounting work supporting all aspects of property portfolio management and ownership functions including program management, compliance, asset management and multi-family development. General duties will include, but are not limited to professional accounting work, development and implementation of financial procedures and internal controls, financial reporting and compliance with applicable federal, state and other regulatory guidance, and coordination of use of the Property Management software system.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

The following requirements are those that are normally required for the performance of this position. Any disabled applicant who does not meet one or more of the requirements, but who can perform the essential functions of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting, or performing other work requiring low physical exertion, talking, and hearing on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 90% of the time.

EDUCATION

• Bachelors degree in business, finance or related field, required

EXPERIENCE

• 5 years of relevant experience to include property accounting, reporting and working with compliance agency reporting.

SPECIAL SKILLS

• Extensive knowledge and experience with Yardi Property Management Software, preferred
• Knowledge and experience with computerized accounting systems, spreadsheets, database management and reporting
• Must have the ability to research, understand, and apply State and Federal laws, agencies requirements, rules and regulations
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge in Excel formulas and functions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Required to work in a team environment, contributing to the success and credibility of the finance office in a variety of roles
• Willingness to take on new responsibilities, improve efficiencies, solve problems, and provide backup to other accounting office staff
• Self-motivated, adaptable to change, and detail-oriented

PERFORM PROPERTY ACCOUNTING, FINANCIAL COMPLIANCE AND REPORTING DUTIES RELATED TO THE PROPERTY PORTFOLIO AND ITS AUDITS.

• Review detailed tenant ledgers for accuracy, reasonableness and compliance with financial protocols
• Reconcile tenant ledger activity with general ledger accounts, coordinating with Community Manager and Property Management Accountant to adjust records as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain reports for Regional Managers and Asset Managers, providing training and support.
• In coordination with Property Management Accountant, prepare and submit accurate and timely filings and reports to interested third parties and funders such as the Washington State Housing Finance Commission, the Department of Commerce, investor partners, lenders, etc.
• Develop and maintain financial reporting packages for each property. Work in coordination with Property Management Accountant to ensure that new reports are developed as needed and that available reports meet the needs of various team members and external partners and funders.
• Assist with the annual financial and compliance audits; collect and organize records, prepare various audit schedules; perform other related audit functions, as requested.