Job Description

Job Title:  Bookkeeper
Compensation: $25 - $27 hourly + bonus opportunities 
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Unlock your potential with Avenue5 Residential.

Your ideas. Your development. Your experience.

We take care of you, so you can take care of our residents, properties and clients.

Property management may be our business, but people are our passion.

Empowering you to be the best.

Our benefits take a holistic approach to take care of your mind and body. We care about you as a whole person, both inside and outside of work.

• Physical wellness:  Medical, dental, vision, and mental health coverage options.
• Financial wellness: Competitive pay plus basic life insurance and matching 401K contributions.
• Mental and emotional wellness:  Generous time-off plan includes 10 paid holidays including a community service day and your birthday.
• Perks and more: Mentoring. Professional development. Discounts. Tuition reimbursement. Robust recognition program. And we’re just getting started.

About the bookkeeper position in Arlington, VA:

We’re looking for a talented & experienced bookkeeper who will be responsible for assisting the property team in the overall operations of this property. This includes ensuring efficient operations, overseeing supplier contracts and maintenance, lease administration, monthly reporting, and ensuring a positive experience for the residents, associates, and property owners.

• • Oversee all collection efforts at the assigned property (including both current and previous residents).
  • Post rental and miscellaneous income, as well as code invoices into the property management system.
  • Complete final accounting statements for residents upon move out.
  • Complete the pre-close and month-end process and checklist for client accounting.
  • Complete new supplier setup with accounts payable to ensure compliance.
  • Assist property accountants with various accounting functions of the property.
  • Send receivable and payable batches weekly to accounting and accounts payable.
  • Reconcile receivable and accounts payable accounts as required.
  • Assist property manager with management of income and expenses in accordance with planned budget.
  • Complete weekly and/or daily reports and schedules as required.
  • Prepare journal entries.
  • Perform bank reconciliations and trace discrepancies.
  • Receive and input client accounts payable invoices and generate payment.
  • Generate (or interpret) business owner financial reports in accordance with IRS guidelines.
  • Forecast cash flows to anticipate cash needs and preclude deficit spending.
  • Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure accurate and efficient invoice processing practices
  • Other duties as assigned by the property manager.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma is required. Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• One to two years of experience in residential multifamily accounting / bookkeeping is preferred
• Knowledge of resident rental lifecycle activities is required
• Real estate license is preferred or may be required in some locations
• Prior experience in Yardi Voyager or another equivalent system is preferred
• Experience with high-rise / tower luxury residential communities is preferred.

Skills and Requirements:

• Basic level knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively and sensitively communicate with all levels of management.
• Sensitivity to confidential matters is required.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to relay technical concerns with adequate detail, quickly and accurately.
• Capability to read, write, comprehend, and converse in English.
• Ability to use general office equipment, such as telephone, fax machine, printer, copier, and key track system.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to others.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to cope with and defuse situations involving angry or difficult people.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license, clean driving record and current auto insurance is required.
• Must comply with all safety requirements.
• Required to complete and successfully pass the Avenue5 Fair Housing, Diversity and Inclusion Training within the first 30 days of employment.

Our Core beliefs:

• Put people and partnerships first
• Empower associates
• Focus on solutions
• Champion ideas that accelerate success
• Deliver proof over promises

Experience our award winning culture:

• Top 15 national finalist on the Best Places to Work Multifamily™
• Certified as a Great Place to Work® since 2017
• Listed as one of the Best Workplaces in Real Estate™
• Ranked second on the 100 fastest-growing private companies in Washington by The Puget Sound Business Journal
• Ranked 8 on the 2024 National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) Top 50 Managers List

We’re a fast-growing property management company with new opportunities popping up daily. Search open positions to find your next adventure. If you don’t see anything today, keep checking. Tomorrow, you may find your dream job.

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