CMA Property Accountant III

Cmacommunities; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k match

Paid time off

Job summary

Cmacommunities is seeking a Property Accountant III/OS to manage a portfolio of 30–35 properties within our Large Scale/Onsite division. You will collaborate with community managers, the management team, and accounting leadership to ensure timely, accurate financial statements.

The role requires 5–7 years of full-cycle accounting experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently in a hybrid on-site environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency with MS Office & Outlook.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5–7 years of full-cycle accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage an accounting portfolio of 30–35 properties.
• Serve as liaison between Community Managers, Management Team, and Accounting Leadership.
• Support other team members as a resource.
• Research and resolve accounting questions for assigned properties, escalating when needed.
• Provide occasional training on accounting processes as needed.
• Coordinate with Community Managers & clients to resolve financial issues; may attend Board meetings.
• Assist with other accounting issues and special projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Vantaca HOA Accounting

Strongroom lockbox payables

Job description

Position Purpose: The Property Accountant III/OS is an experienced property accountant & will work directly with our Large Scale/Onsite client base. They will have a solid understanding of CMA financial reporting and accounting concepts, research and analytical skills and serves as a resource for other team members. S/he works closely with team members, property managers & boards to ensure the quality of CMA's monthly Financial Statements.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Manage an Accounting Portfolio of approximately 30-35 properties from our Large Scale/Onsite division; property mix based upon varying levels of complexity.
• Serve as liaison between Community Managers, Management Team, and Accounting Leadership, ensuring processes are being followed, inquiries are resolved in a timely manner, or disseminating information relevant to accounting procedure changes.
• Serves as a resource and/or contributor for other team members.
• Researches and resolves accounting questions involving assigned portfolio properties, escalating to Accounting Manager, Controller or CFO when required.
• May be called upon to provide on-going general accounting services training to team members and/or coordinate supplemental and specialized training, as deemed necessary.
• Assist/communicate directly with Community Managers & Client’s to resolve questions/financial related issues (may require occasional attendance at Board meetings).
• Assist with other Accounting Issues and Special Projects, as assigned.

Nature and Scope

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Will be communicating with all levels of personnel, so clear and concise communication is a must.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills are required.
• Must be detail-oriented and dependable, able to consistently contribute as a team player.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to work independently without supervision.
• Must have strong multi-tasking skills and meet company deadlines.
• Must have a positive and professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor.
• Position demands creative thinking, consistent accuracy, and a sense of urgency.

Salary: Depending on Experience

Benefits: Available to full time, regular (non TEMP) employees

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match
• Total Rewards Program, Employee Perks and Discounts
• 8 Paid Holidays annually, Vacation, Personal, and Sick accrued Time Off

Requirements

Education Required

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities gained through the acquisition of a high school diploma and/or GED.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications and Outlook email.

Education/Skills Preferred

• Proficiency using Vantaca HOA Accounting Software and/or Strongroom lockbox payables system.
• Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent industry experience preferred.

Experience Required

• 5-7 years of relevant full-cycle Accounting experience preferred.
• Office Setting, appropriate business casual attire required.
• Physical demands involve processing, lifting & moving incoming & outgoing boxes (25 to 30 pounds).
• Lengthy periods of sitting, standing, bending, and stooping are required.
• In office required. Hybrid remote schedule may be available if approved by Supervisor, and subject to change.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all- inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.