Job Title: Cash Management Associate

Department: Accounting

Reports to: Director of Cash Management

At Redwood Living, Inc. (“Redwood”), we know we are only as successful as the people who power us. Our employees are passionate, they are talented, they are empowered to make decisions that positively affect the lives of our residents. From site personnel to corporate leadership, our employees demonstrate Redwood's commitment to deliver more than expected, communicate openly and honestly, and demonstrate integrity in all aspects of our business. As we continue to grow, we seek these same qualities in every team member we bring on board.

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the Director of Cash Management, the Cash Management Associate will be responsible for handling the cash process for assigned aspects of Redwood and providing back up to all core cash functions in the absence of the Director. As such, you will be expected to act as a Redwood brand ambassador, promote our brand and provide the best resident experience possible.

All Redwood employees are expected to conduct all organizational business and practices in accordance with Redwood company policies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

· Closely manage the Cash Management email inbox.

· Administer cash management operations for Redwood and all separate operating accounts.

· Perform Daily Cash Administration to ensure timely and accurate recording of cash transactions, wires, ACH’s and bank account balances.

· Maintain Daily Spreadsheet Tracker ensuring all entries, duplicate payments, and failed receipts to Yardi are recorded.

· Receive and report all incoming wire transfers and process outgoing wire transfers requests.

· Perform online banking duties to include cash disbursements, receipts, and transfers.

· Manage and process credit card disputes.

· Process all NSF, return notifications, and Notifications of Change types according to policy guidelines.

· Perform stop payments and voids, accordingly, check inquiries and proofs of payment per request.

· Perform monthly bank account reconciliations and other monthly closing activities for cash as needed or assigned.

· Review RM Charge Request Reports to track and record all bank fees for property charge backs.

· Report daily AR deposits to provide checkpoint for AR to review discrepancies.

· Outstanding check maintenance as assigned.

· Maintain complete and organized workpaper documentation for all required cash management processes, including trackers.

· Serve as an assistant to the Director for all cash management functions.

· In the absence of the Director, assist with Fraud Management and Neighborhood field requests.

· All other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Skills

As a Cash Management Associate, you will be required to exhibit the following skills:

· Respectfulness, trustworthiness, empathy, and leadership.

· The ability to work under pressure, independently, as well as in a team.

· Analytical skills with strong attention to detail.

· Excellent time management and organizational skills

· Strong ability to communicate and interact with employees at all organizational levels.

· Proven ability to plan, organize and implement multiple tasks/projects on a concurrent, real-time basis.

Required Qualifications, Education & Certifications

· High School Diploma or GED required.

· Associate degree in accounting (considered a plus).

· Must have solid knowledge through experience of financial management processes.

· 1-3 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting (AR, GL staff, or AP), or cash applications/treasury/banking preferred.

· Experience in real estate, property management, construction, or development is highly preferred.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office to includeexcel, outlook and word.

· General computer proficiency a must.

Working Conditions

This job operates in a professional office environment. In this role, the employee will routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, headphones, photocopiers, etc. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, and walk with the ability to lift 20 pounds where applicable.

Redwood Living, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Redwood strictly prohibits and does not tolerate illegal discrimination, and Redwood provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Debits & credits: 1 year (Preferred)
• Bookkeeping: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person