Accounting Specialist

Paycom - ATS; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Substantial 401K match

Job summary

Homestead Companies, a fully integrated real estate company, is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage high-volume accounts payable and general accounting for multiple properties and entities. You will handle invoice processing, coding, approvals, and month-end billings while supporting reconciliations and cost allocation.

The role requires 3+ years accounting experience and strong Excel skills. Office-based position with standard 5-day on-site work in Columbus, OH, offering generous PTO and a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably including high-volume accounts payable and general accounting responsibilities.
• Experience with multi-entity or property accounting is strongly preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to learn accounting and property management systems.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage a significant volume of transactions and deadlines.
• Comfortable working in an environment with manual processes and hands-on execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-volume accounts payable for multiple properties and entities, including invoice processing, coding review, approvals, and payment processing.
• Coordinate weekly check runs, including check printing, distribution, and other manual processing as required.
• Manage company credit card transactions and expense reporting, including coding, documentation, and reconciliation.
• Prepare and process month-end property billings.
• Train and assist property teams on invoice submission, coding, and accounting procedures.
• Maintain general ledger activity and assist with account reconciliations.
• Support accounts receivable activities, including recording and reconciling payments and outstanding balances.
• Perform various bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with cost accounting and allocation of expenses across properties and entities.
• Serve as a backup for Controller responsibilities, including wires and banking transactions.

Skills

Accounting

AP (Accounts Payable)

Excel

Detail oriented

Multi-entity accounting

Education

Accounting/Finance/Business degree

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Home Office - Columbus, OH, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Homestead Companies is a fully integrated real estate company specializing in multifamily, student housing, and active 55+ living.

MISSION

To provide the best resident life experience possible.

VISION

To continue to grow as developers, builders and operators and create a place where the best choose to work, residents choose to live, and investors choose to trust.

VALUES- Every day, these Values drive the culture of all our efforts. Together, we commit to: Say It, Support It, Grow It, Own It, Do the Right Thing

Why Join Homestead

At Homestead we offer a variety of benefits designed to support work-life balance and overall wellness

• generous PTO
• substantial 401K match

Responsibilities:

• Manage high-volume accounts payable for multiple properties and entities, including invoice processing, coding review, approvals, and payment processing.
• Coordinate weekly check runs, including check printing, distribution, and other manual processing as required.
• Manage company credit card transactions and expense reporting, including coding, documentation, and reconciliation.
• Prepare and process month-end property billings.
• Review invoice coding for accuracy and work with property teams to correct coding issues.
• Train and assist property teams on invoice submission, coding, and accounting procedures.
• Maintain general ledger activity and assist with account reconciliations.
• Support accounts receivable activities, including recording and reconciling payments and outstanding balances.
• Perform various bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with cost accounting and allocation of expenses across properties and entities.
• Serve as a backup for certain Controller responsibilities, including preparation and processing of wires and other banking transactions, as authorized.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and vendor issues.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with month-end close activities as assigned.
• Identify opportunities to streamline manual processes, improve controls, and create efficiencies within the accounting function.
• Provide additional accounting support to the Controller and accounting team as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent accounting experience will be considered.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably including high-volume accounts payable and general accounting responsibilities.
• Experience with multi-entity or property accounting is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to learn accounting and property management systems.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage a significant volume of transactions and competing deadlines.
• Comfortable working in an environment where some processes remain manual and require hands-on execution.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting for long periods of time
• Ability to verbally communicate
• Ability to use hands and arms for writing, typing, lifting, holding, grabbing, and pulling
• Ability to work in the office environment 5 days per week