Join our team! Accounting and Office Assistant Lincoln, NE · Full time

The Accounting and Office Assistant plays a key role in supporting the financial operations of a property management company. This position focuses on processing accounts payable and receivable, maintaining accurate accounting records, and providing light front desk and lease administration support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and experienced in bookkeeping and accounting tasks.

Description

Essential Functions:

Accounting Support – 70%

  • Scan and attach all invoices/checks in AppFolio and ensure information is assigned to correct general ledger codes.
  • Receive and verify invoices for managed properties with Commercial Property Managers.
  • Perform daily activities such as receive checks, post receipts, and prepare deposits; review and post payable invoices; review and post tenant billing adjustments; review and post prepayment application to open charges, and update gross sales reports
  • File all invoices and maintain vendor information in AppFolio.
  • Reviewing accurate information in G/L accounts for VP of Property Management.
  • CAM reconciliations support and drafting letters/communications.
  • Assist with property management monthly reports.
  • Accurate and timely processing, posting, collection, and payment of A/R and A/P.
  • Collect and track all vendor/tenants’ certificates of insurance.
  • Create, manage, and maintain Done Deals files including; AppFolio commissions entry and commission invoicing.
  • Help with various accounting tasks as directed by the VP of Accounting and VP of Property Management.

 

Office Support – 30%

  • Answer and direct phone calls, respond to email inquiries, and greet visitors
  • Greet visitors and assist with basic inquiries.
  • Input work order requests from tenants in AppFolio.
  • Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and packages daily
  • Ensure outgoing mail is processed and delivered to the appropriate carrier
  • Monitor for time-sensitive or finance-related documents and route accordingly

 

 

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal/written communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organization/attention to detail, time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, AppFolio or other industry related software.
  • Ability to work without supervision in a small office environment setting.
  • Takes initiatives and completes project assignments independently and on time.

 

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Knowledge of the commercial real estate industry is preferred but not required.
  • General knowledge/education or experience in basic accounting is preferred.