bookkeeper

Liberty Military; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

401(k) with company match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Liberty Military Housing is seeking a detail‑oriented Bookkeeper to manage daily accounting for a multi-family community. You will handle bills, purchases, A/P, A/R, delinquencies, and invoicing while supporting the district with budgeting and reporting needs.

Responsibilities include rent collection, delinquency communications, ledger maintenance, and monthly financials. Strong MS Office skills and familiarity with Yardi or Payscan are preferred; a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and general software.
• Strong communication with management, vendors and residents.
• Customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Positive, professional demeanor; ability to multi-task.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day bookkeeping for the community, including bills, POs, A/P, A/R, delinquencies, invoicing.
• Assist District Manager with budget and financial goals.
• Collect rents and send delinquency notices; maintain ledgers.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and explain variances.
• Coordinate billing with vendors/contractors; assist with audits and move-outs.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounts payable/receivable

Vendor management

Customer service

MS Office

Tools

Yardi

Payscan

Job description

Overview

Liberty Military Housing – Own your passion for service!

About Liberty Military Housing

Liberty Military Housing is one of the largest providers of military family housing in the United States. In partnership with the US military, we are committed to delivering safe, high-quality homes and exceptional service to the families of men and women who serve our country. We’re seeking dedicated team members for a variety of roles and offer excellent benefits, training, development, and opportunities for advancement. If you’re ready to grow your career and become an employee owner, explore our current opportunities today.

What We Provide You:

Liberty Military Housing is committed to supporting our team members in every aspect of life—from career development to family needs and overall health and wellness. We proudly offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits and incentive package that includes:

• Platinum-Level Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage with affordable premiums
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) become an employee owner with retirement savings
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Education Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Generous Paid Time Off, including vacation, sick time, and 10 paid holidays
• Wellness Benefits, including free gym access and additional wellness programs
• Quarterly & Monthly Bonus Incentives
• Career Growth Opportunities, Unlock your potential with immersive, hands-on training designed to elevate your skills, help you advance, and build a rewarding long-term career with a company that truly invests in your future
• Life and AD&D Insurance

Responsibilities

A Day in the Life of a Bookkeeper:

As a Liberty Military Housing Bookkeeper, you will maintain and manage the day-to-day bookkeeping operations of a multi-family residential community. Your role includes various accounting tasks, vendor and customer service follow up and other administrative functions. Your role requires accuracy, effective customer service, the ability to work efficiently and effectively to deliver on our mission of providing exemplary service in accordance with Liberty Military Housing’s quality customer satisfaction standards.

Your Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Directly responsible for the bookkeeping activities of the community, including paying bills, creating and receiving purchase orders, change orders, processing of A/P, A/R, delinquencies, collections, and invoicing.
• Assisting the District Manager with the community budget and achievement of operational and financial goals.
• Responsible for the collection of outstanding rents, prepares and sends delinquency and balance due letters to residents.
• Maintaining accurate records of all bookkeeping transactions; adjusts ledgers, prepares/reconciles delinquency reports, verifies/adjusts BAH, and submits write-off packages.
• Assists with the preparation of monthly financial accounting reports and explanation of budget variances.
• Assists with the auditing and processing of move outs, transfers, etc.; ensuring accuracy and timely input.
• Vendor/contractor communications concerning billing and invoicing.
• Participates in outreach marketing activities (i.e. market surveys, shop competitors) on a regular basis to obtain prospective residents.
• Assists incoming residents/potential residents with housing and community information.
• Assists other office staff with duties and customer relations.
• Performs other general office duties, i.e. phones, filing, special projects and assignments, as needed.
• May participate in property walks/inspections (grounds, common areas, parking lots, community rooms, make-readies, quality control, etc.) to ensure community is well maintained according to LMH’s quality standards.
• Participates in and attends various department or regional meetings, resident functions, seminars, training and work-related events.

Qualifications

What You Need for Success:

• Position requires 1 or more years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Proficiency in personal computer skills, keyboard, Internet search, email correspondence, math, Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and other software applications preferred (i.e. Yardi, Payscan).
• Effective communication and interaction with management team, military partners, co-workers, vendors or residents; sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and complete assigned duties to ensure operational objectives are achieved.
• Must possess a positive and professional demeanor in all interactions, under all circumstances.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to operate a company or personal vehicle or electrical cart.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, off-hours and emergencies as required.
• Ability to travel to other regional locations for work, training, meetings and other work-related activities.

Pay Range: $22.00 - $24.25 Hourly