Accountant, HAP

Invitation Homes LP; Chandler, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401(k) with company contributions

Casual dress environment

Job summary

Invitation Homes is seeking a HAP Accountant to provide timely financial information and perform monthly audits for Housing Authority accounting needs in Chandler, AZ. You will work with property teams and HUD guidelines to ensure accurate charge verification and payment processing.

The role requires a BA/BS in finance or accounting and at least 2 years of related experience; Yardi and Excel skills are preferred. Competitive compensation with benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred.
• Minimum of two years of relevant work experience.
• Real estate/accounting environment preferred.
• HUD policies knowledge helpful.
• GAAP knowledge at entry level.
• Proficient in Yardi and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide the financial data on the RTA packets for a prospective Resident.
• Access Housing Authority portals to extract payment information.
• Create receipt batches in Yardi to apply HAP payments.
• Research HAP and Resident AR balances on the Resident ledger to determine accuracy of the payment application.
• Communicate with Property Management field personnel and HAP Authorities to resolve discrepancies and share HAP correspondence.
• Review HAP contracts and the Resident’s lease to verify charges.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Organized

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Yardi knowledge

Education

BA/BS degree in Finance

Tools

Yardi software

Excel

Job description

Invitation Homes is a fast-paced, evolving publicly traded REIT that is pioneering a new industry with over 100,000 single family rental homes available for lease and a market capitalization of over $17billion. We are a team of more than 1,700 associates who come from all walks of life. We call different communities “home,” but our shared values bind us together. Invitation Homes is a place where possibility lives. As the nation’s premier home leasing company, we need dedicated, organized, and detail-oriented accounting professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit to provide timely and accurate financial information to our shareholders as well as to our partners in the field and at our corporate offices.

The HAP Accountant is responsible for providing accurate and timely information to internal and external customers regarding Housing Authority accounting needs. This position will also perform monthly audits to insure program compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Provide the financial data on the RTA packets for a prospective Resident
• Access Housing Authority portals to extract payment information
• Create receipt batches in Yardi to apply HAP payments
• Research HAP and Resident AR balances on the Resident ledger to determine accuracy of the payment application
• Communicate with Property Management field personnel and HAP Authorities to resolve discrepancies and share HAP correspondence
• Review HAP contracts and the Resident’s lease to verify charges

Who We’re Looking For

• BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience
• Real estate development, hospitality, and/or property management experience preferred
• Knowledge of HUD policies and regulations
• Knowledge and use of Yardi property management software preferred
• Intermediate Excel user with ability to export / create documents for internal reporting
• Entry-level knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Strong written/oral and interpersonal communication skills; ability to communicate in a professional manner with all levels in the organization, across functional groups
• Ability to communicate processes / procedures in an easily comprehensible manner
• Analytical; with the ability to interpret medium to complex issues, analyze multiple variables, to determine the root problem and bring issues to a successful conclusion in a high-volume fast paced environment
• Organized and flexible; with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Accuracy; with the ability to audit / reconcile resident ledgers and accounting systems to ensure data integrity

Why Invitation Homes

We stand for flexibility, opportunity, and a home that people can make their own. It’s as true for our associates as it is for our residents. Just like we help our residents live freer, we liberate our associates’ careers, too. Our associates know that at Invitation Homes goals matter, potential is unlocked, and careers thrive. Invitation Homes isn’t just a work place it is a possibility place. Invitation Homes offers the below to each new associate:

• Competitive pay and an annual bonus program for all associates
• Generous paid time off plans including vacation accrual, sick time, volunteer time, and standard and floating holidays
• 401k with matching company contributions
• Awesome work environment with casual dress
• Team events and gatherings
• Employee resource groups: Together with Women, Asian Alliance, Black Collective, Juntos, Gen Next, and Open Invitation.

Invitation Homes truly is where possibility lives, pour a new foundation here!

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is: $23.78 - $41.22, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, location, and applicable employment laws.

Compensation and Benefits

To attract and retain top talent, we're pleased to offer competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• Annual bonus program
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off plans include vacation accrual, sick time, standard holidays and floating holidays
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Awesome work environment with casual dress
• Team events and gatherings (Pre- and Post-Covid)

Invitation Homes is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and innovative environment with the best associates. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail].

To all recruitment agencies: Invitation Homes does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Invitation Homes employees. Invitation Homes is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.