Property Accountant

Job Details

Description

WPM is looking for a Property Accountant to join our team in Owings Mills, MD. As the Property Accountant, you will maintain records of account receivables for properties under management.

• The rate of pay for this position is $21.83 per hour***
  
  

Essential Functions

• Ensures that all rent-related monies received by the company are properly identified, recorded, deposited into the correct property’s bank account and recorded properly in the accounting system.
• Ensures accuracy of leasing information entered into the accounting system.
• Receives and reviews paperwork from properties pertaining to resident moves out, preparing security disposition letters and requesting refunded security deposits from accounts payable.
• Documents residents who are delinquent in their rent payments after the 5th day of each month, prepares and signs Failure to Pay Rent Court Notices, check requests and checks.
• Prepares and sends paperwork to attorney for collection actions, attending court with the attorney, as required. Tracks late and court fees in the accounting system.
• Notifies Property Managers of trial dates and case numbers, providing the Rent Court Agent with documentation necessary for them to represent the company in Rent Court matters.
• Prepares and sends late notices and monthly statements as needed.
• Processes month end reports and files.
• Responds to inquiries from residents, managers, leasing agents, etc., preparing formal correspondence, as necessary.
• Provide support for 4+ properties and all staff.
• Maintain accurate files for 900+ units, including digitally saving all paperwork and correspondence with the resident and site staff.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Skilled at an intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Outlook
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Familiarity with Entrata or other property management accounting systems
• Ability work effectively in teams
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including, but not limited to standard calculators, copy machines, fax machines, telephones and computers
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and tasks
• Must possess strong research abilities
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and self motivate
• Ability to use tact in communicating difficult messages