Position Purpose

The Accounting Assistant is an Entry Level accounting role with a basic understanding of accounting and/or office support concepts. S/he will be a flexible, multi-tasking, self-starter capable of performing general accounting functions in support of their assigned Accounting Team (typically 3-4 Property Accountants). S/he works closely with team members to ensure the quality of accounting data & processes, in a professional & positive manner.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Support assigned Accounting Team composed of 3-4 Property Accountants (approximately 175-200 properties).

• Coding/Scanning & Depositing of homeowner payments received at CMA, following posting procedures.

• NSF/Lockbox Deposit Exception Research – Initiate letters to homeowners regarding returned checks.

• Process daily Accounting Requests submitted for assigned properties – to include homeowner ledger adjustments, posting fines, homeowner refunds, misc. journal entries, and general ledger or check research.

• Produce Late Letters for assigned properties (monthly, quarterly or annually based upon schedule).

• Assist with other Accounting Issues and Special Projects, as assigned.