Bookkeeper - University Village at Prairie View

American Campus Communities; Prairie View Municipality; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Bookkeeper, where your expertise in accounts receivable will drive financial accuracy and support student housing operations. This role involves managing financial transactions, ensuring compliance with policies, and contributing to a culture of inclusion and community pride. You'll play a crucial part in maintaining financial integrity while enjoying a collaborative work environment. With a focus on employee well-being and professional growth, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the student housing sector.

Benefits

Preferred Membership Pricing at Local & National Companies

CoreGiving Volunteer Days

Referral Program

Charity Matching Program

Qualifications

• Experience in managing accounts receivable and financial transactions.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of all accounts receivable transactions.
• Process and reconcile daily financial transactions efficiently.

Skills

Accounts Receivable Management

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate’s Degree in Accounting

2 Years Experience in Student/Multi-Family Housing

Tools

MRI Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bookkeeper - University Village at Prairie View

Department: Property Admin

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: University Village at Prairie View - Prairie View, TX

Reporting To: Area Bookkeeping Manager

Description

American Campus Communities is actively seeking a Bookkeeper that is skilled and proficient in Accounts Receivable financial transactions concerting current and non-current resident accounts. As the premiere student housing provider in the nation, our Bookkeepers strive to drive evolution daily.

Responsibilities to include, but not limited to:

• Responsible for overall accuracy of all accounts receivables including, but not limited to, posting charges/payments of rent, lease fees, late fees, utilities, etc. in line with American Campus policy, procedure, and training.
• Processing and reconciling daily credit card, debt card, ACH transactions, chargebacks and returned checks, and utility bill backs (where applicable) in the preparation of regular deposits to ensure appropriate revenue and expenses are maintained.
• Ensure effective delinquency practices are followed by utilizing/updating the Collections System as outlined by American Campus policy, procedure, and training.
• Effectively complete regular financial transaction audits.
• Effectively implement all processes involved in resident move-out/transfer/move-in procedures.

American Campus Communities Culture Commitments

• Our people are devoted to a culture of inclusion, diversity, and equality in the workplace and our communities. We are committed to intentionally executing an evolving set of goals specific to inclusion, diversity, and accountability, driven by empathetic leadership and embraced by all.
• The core of American Campus culture involves everyone being fully invested in everything that e do down to picking up the smallest piece of trash. No matter their position or duration at any given property, everyone picks up trash because we take pride in our community.
• Serve as an American Campus representative and liaison in all interactions.
• Certain activities involved in this position may be photographed and/or video and audio recorded for quality control and/or training purposes. Compliance with the Photo, Video and Voice Recording Policy is a condition of employment.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

To be successful in this position, you should have:

• Associate’s degree in accounting preferred; or 2 years’ experience in the student/multi-family housing industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of MRI, Microsoft Office, and Leasing & Marketing
• Skills in communication, customer service, time management and attention to detail
• Ability to address individuals, multitask, work independently, and be a self-starter with a hands-on approach

Benefits

• Benefits:
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k) with Employer Matching
  • Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life Insurance
  • Sick Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Pregnancy & Childbirth Leave
  • Paid Paternity Leave
  • Health Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Matching
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Perks:
  • Preferred Membership Pricing at Local & National Companies
  • CoreGiving Volunteer Days
  • Referral Program
  • Charity Matching Program