Job Description

PAN AMERICAN PROPERTIES

JR. STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Pan American Properties, Inc is currently looking for a high energy, reliable, staff accountant to join our accounting team. Pan American Properties, Inc. is a rapidly growing company that specializes in professional management services for owners of commercial, retail, industrial, RD, offices, multi-family, and mixed-use properties all over Southern California.

Pan American Properties, Inc. was founded over 30 years ago and is comprised of hardworking individuals. Our goal is to provide the most comprehensive property management service possible. We believe that a hands-on approach is essential to the successful management of any property.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

We are seeking an experienced, hard-working, team oriented Staff Accountant with a proven track record of going above and beyond. The main objective of the role is become an integral member in achieving our company goals, but also maintain the consistency and integrity of the accounting department.

NOTE: THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS FULL-CYCLE ACCOUNTING EXPERIENCE (AR, AP, & FINANCIALS PREPARATION) WITH EXPERIENCE AS AN ACCOUNTANT IN RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage the accounts of a medium portfolio of properties (i.e., 15-20 properties) to Pan American and the owners expectations

Work closely with Property Supervisors and Resident Managers to help maintain budget and financial expectations. Manage and process move ins, move outs, and collections, and enter rental increase rates

Facilitate the onboarding of newly acquired properties

Full cycle accounting Process owner contribution and distribution of capital Process AP Weekly utilizing AvidXchange and Rent Manager Audit and process property mortgages and taxes. Assist in the preparation of annual budgets

Submit monthly utility invoices to AUM

Assisting accounting department as needed

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of accounting concepts and terms; procedures to manage and analyze budgets; full cycle accounting; financial reporting

Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.); exemplary attention to detail; strong organizational skills; excellent written and verbal communication; interpersonal skills; problem-solving; effective time management; critical thinking skills

Ability to work with a team; multi-task; generate creative and innovative ideas to solve problems; recognize when a situation needs to be escalated to a superior; work under pressure and meet deadlines; be flexible and shift attention between demanding priorities; carefully follow directions with minimal guidance; effectively communicate across departments; build and manage relationships with vendors; learn new concepts quickly and efficiently; speak up and ask for help when needed; work independently with minimal supervision

REQUIREMENTS:

1 year of full cycle accounting preferred

Experience in property management accounting PREFERRED

Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field experience preferred, or combination of education or equivalent work experience

Proficient in Microsoft office programs

Knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Job Type: Full-time

SALARY:

$23.00 to $25.00 /hour

EXPERIENCE:

Accounting: 2 years (Required) Work authorization: United States (Required) Work Location: One location

BENEFITS:

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

SCHEDULE:

Monday to Friday

BENEFIT CONDITIONS:

Waiting period may apply

Only full-time employees eligible

WORK REMOTELY:

Yes - Temporarily due to COVID-19

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour