An Accounting Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
With more than 225 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 11,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 43 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit www.associaonline.com . Job Description This is an Entry Level position that has the primary responsibility of performing day to day accounting tasks for multiple community associations.
REQUIREMENTS
1+ year of entry level accounting experience (AP, AR, billing, collections).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Daily:
Post checks Fill out Financial Update forms Fill out Resale Package forms Answer phone calls Respond to e-mails Settlements Resales/New Sales Foreclosure/Bankruptcies Ownership changes Ordering individual coupons Temporary/Coupon Books Address changes Process of NSF chargebacks and letters to homeowners Adjusts accounts based on late fees and misapplied payments Batch A/R and Miscellaneous Deposits Reimbursable back to CMC All copies, faxes, scans, hand processed checks, settlements, etc.
Weekly:
Lockbox (processing center at bank) Exception Checks•date stamped date received at bank and distributed to appropriate bookkeeper Correspondence•date stamped date received at bank and distributed to appropriate bookkeeper
Monthly:
VA Deferred over 45 days, apply to homeowners' accounts and CMC's reimbursable VA Deferred•Resale Packages and Financial Updates Friendly Reminders Depending on Association's cutoff Adjust accounts for late fee waivers for new owners Review for accounts that are at Exhibit B status Exhibit B•Certified Letter prior to accounts being overturned to Attorney Monthly Lead Sheets Information that ties together all adjustments, charges, credits, etc. that occurred throughout the month Review for errors Other duties as requested.
Pay rate:
$16•17 an hour. Requirements High School Diploma or GED Required. 1+ year of directly related or closely related experience. Prior accounting and reconciliation experience is preferred. Analytical skills to evaluate, prioritize, and categorize data in various forms and formats. Perform calculations and analysis used in basic accounting. Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) at a proficient level. Experience using Tops Software is a plus. Knowledge of conflict resolution techniques at a proficient level. Professional communication skills (phone, interpersonal, written, verbal, etc.). Self-motivated, proactive, detail oriented and a team player. Time management and time critical prioritization skills. #LK-PK1 We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
