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Staff Accountant

Mills Property Management
Brookings, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
Overview

As a Staff Accountant you will help keep our property finances running smoothly, making sure numbers are accurate and everything stays on track. From month-end close and budgets to audits and day-to-day transactions, this role touches all the key pieces of the accounting cycle. You’ll work closely with a supportive team to solve problems, keep things organized, and help deliver reliable financial insights.

Job Details

Responsibilities (may Include But Are Not Limited To)

  • Prepare quarterly journal entries for depreciation, taxes, and prepaid insurance
  • Review assigned financial statements for accuracy
  • Assist with month-end closing transactions
  • Prepare and review property budgets, including affordable housing program budgets
  • Prepare audit work papers and year-end property financial tie-outs
  • Assist with posting and depositing rents, security deposit returns, and monthly collections reporting and follow up
  • Assist with initiating and balancing monthly EFT’s
  • Process invoices, recurring property payables, and resident utility allowances as assigned
  • Manage owner funds and handle reserve withdrawals and management fee payments as needed
  • Serve as point of contact for YARDI software, including troubleshooting, property setup and vendor setup
  • Support HOA accounting service agreements, including monthly financials, homeowner correspondence, and onboarding new homeowners
  • Prepare financials for association meetings and other internal reporting as requested
  • Create receipts for HAP and RD payments
  • Prepare request to withdraw from reserves for affordable projects
  • Assist with preparation of audit work papers for properties after year end
  • Participate in the reconsideration committee as part of the tenant screening process
  • Collaborate with other accounting staff on projects and provide support as needed
  • Bill Home Services invoices as assigned.

Staff Accountant will work cooperatively and comply with all company standards, policy and procedures, and will conduct work professionally, consistently and safely. EOE

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours /week

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

3-5 Years of computer experience –including but not limited to, Windows OS, Outlook, Word, Excel

We Offer

Mills Property Management offers a work environment that is fun, flexible, and family oriented. We have built a culture rich in integrity, competence and enthusiasm. We take pride in our teams and invest in our staff through training, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits (eligibility Requirements May Apply)

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Flex Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account with Company Contribution
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Parental Leave
  • Wellness Reimbursement

Mills Property Management is an equal opportunity employer.

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