What are the responsibilities and job description for the Portfolio Accountant I position at POAH Communities?
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ABOUT US
POAH Communities is a mission-driven organization managing over 13,000 affordable housing apartments. As part of the Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. family, our team of 500 professionals believes that quality housing management goes beyond providing safe, comfortable homes; it's about creating environments where residents can thrive. Our commitment to excellence in affordable housing management serves as a foundation for resident success and community empowerment.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
POAH Communities is seeking a highly qualified individual to serve as a Portfolio Accountant. The individual will work from our Kansas City office and will be responsible for the accounting, financial reporting and cash management of a group of properties in the POAH Communities portfolio.
ABOUT YOUR IMPACT
- Execute the financial and operational objectives established by the company and ensure compliance with all federal, state and local laws is maintained.
- Assist with the preparation of annual property budgets and meet additional annual goals as determined by the Accounting Manager and the VP of Finance and Accounting.
- Devote the majority of his/her time in delivering monthly operational and corporate accounting information.
- Prepare work product for public auditing firms and work effectively with the auditors to produce high quality information.
- Provide a high degree of customer service to POAH Communities colleagues and ensure that all of the accounting and related processing work is done with efficiency, timeliness and integrity.
- Seek opportunities to enhance communications and build collaborative relationships with supervisors, peers, subordinates and residents.
- Prepare for and attend regular meetings with the property management staff to present detailed reports on portfolio status.
- Complete other tasks assigned by the Accounting Manager and VP of Finance and Accounting.
ABOUT YOU
- Have a minimum of 1 year of experience in accounting and finance, with a B.A. or B.S. degree.
- Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the successful candidate will thrive in a team oriented environment and should:
- Exhibit a high level of analytical ability, accounting and finance expertise, familiarity with project finance and rental subsidy programs.
- Demonstrate direct experience as a Portfolio Accountant in a real estate firm or a firm closely aligned with the work of POAH Communities.
- Understand information technology as it relates to accounting and finance in a multifamily housing/real estate environment.
- Be proficient in Word, Excel and Adobe – with advanced understanding of Excel and software used by POAH Communities for financial reporting – presently Yardi.
BENEFITS AT POAH COMMUNITIES
POAH Communities prioritizes the wellbeing of you and your family by offering a comprehensive benefits package:
- Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; wellness programming including monthly webinars and medical insurance discounts
- Financial: 401(k) with up to 4% company match; FSA options for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting; Life & AD&D insurance; free financial coaching
- Time Off: 15 days of PTO (increases with tenure), 2 personal days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
- Paid Leave: 12 weeks Parental Leave; Bereavement; Jury Duty; Voting
- Incentives: Employee referral bonus, suggestion rewards, employee recognition programming
- Professional development opportunities: tuition reimbursement, mentorship program, ongoing training and learning sessions, professional certifications
Our salary structure is competitive and reflects individual experience. POAH Communities embraces equal opportunity employment and values workforce diversity. For additional details, please visit our website at www.poahcommunities.com/careers.
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