Staff Accountant

We are offering a permanent employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in the Real Estate Property/Facilities Management industry, located in Goose Creek, South Carolina. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for maintaining financial records, processing customer transactions, and managing various accounting tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate records of all financial transactions are maintained, including annual assessments, membership fees, violation fines, legal fees, etc.
• Collaborate with the team to prepare and forecast annual budgets for all departments
• Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Schedule, including adding, removing, and tracking current assets
• Conduct regular reviews of income and expenses, reporting any accounts anticipated to exceed the budget
• Implement effective cash flow management strategies, ensuring all fund accounts are covered by FDIC insured levels
• Update charge codes annually based on the approved annual budget
• Generate annual charges on member accounts, ensuring all calculations are accurate
• Oversee the printing and mailing of annual invoices
• Manage accounts receivable, including taking cash deposits to the local bank and ensuring checks have been properly sorted before scanning
• Utilize skills in Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Bank Reconciliations, General Ledger, Journal Entries, Month End Close, Caliber RM, HOA, Property Management Software, Property Management Accounting, Payroll. • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Proven experience as a Staff Accountant, preferably in the Real Estate Property/Facilities Management industry
• Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) management
• Experience with Bank Reconciliations and maintaining the General Ledger
• Ability to prepare Journal Entries and handle Month End Close procedures
• Familiarity with Caliber RM software is a plus
• Knowledge of Homeowner Association (HOA) accounting practices
• Experience with Property Management Software and Property Management Accounting
• Demonstrated ability to manage Payroll processes
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and an ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.