Client Accounting Specialist — Community Associations

Associa; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Associa is seeking a Client Accounting Specialist to support centralized accounting for community associations. You will process tasks, review monthly financials, and assist CAMs/board members with statements and budgeting.

Role involves client transitions, AP/AR management, and bank reconciliations, with training support for CAMs and branch staff. A strong grasp of GAAP and Excel is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP and Microsoft Office.
• Experience in general ledger accounting.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
• Ability to present to top management, public groups, or boards of directors.
• Experience in budget implementation.
• Understanding of AP and AR transaction processes.
• Willingness to take on new projects.
• Partner with multiple stakeholders (CAMs, vendors, clients).
• Must prioritize, manage time, and meet deadlines with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process checks, sort, code, and fill AR income forms.
• Review and approve monthly financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Monthly Trends, Delinquencies, Prepaid accounts, Bank reconciliations, General Ledger).
• Answer questions from CAMs and Board Members about financial statements.
• Manage transition of new clients: set up/close bank accounts, update signature cards, budget entry.
• Oversee AP & AR corrections, bank reconciliation, journal entries, and account adjustments.
• Manage recurring charges (homeowner assessments, parking, storage).
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw conclusions.
• Attend in-person or virtual board meetings as needed.
• Provide training to CAMs and branch personnel on financial statements and procedures.
• Update personnel on association-related policy changes.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Microsoft Office

General ledger accounting

Complex document analysis

Presentations to management

Budget implementation

AP process

AR process

Stakeholder collaboration

Time management

Job description

Associa is seeking a Client Accounting Specialist to support centralized accounting for community associations. You will process tasks, review monthly financials, and assist CAMs/board members with statements and budgeting.

Role involves client transitions, AP/AR management, and bank reconciliations, with training support for CAMs and branch staff. A strong grasp of GAAP and Excel is essential.