Real Estate Accounting Pro: High-Volume AP/GL

Talentify; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401K match

Job summary

Homestead Companies in Columbus, OH is hiring an Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day accounting for a multi-property portfolio. You will focus on accounts payable while assisting with accounts receivable, GL activity, and reconciliations.

The role requires 3+ years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with multi-entity or property accounting. This office-based position offers a clear career path within a growing real estate organization.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's in Accounting 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.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to learn accounting and property management systems.

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.

Skills

Accounts payable

General ledger

Excel proficiency

Detail orientation

Multi-entity accounting

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Homestead Companies in Columbus, OH is hiring an Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day accounting for a multi-property portfolio. You will focus on accounts payable while assisting with accounts receivable, GL activity, and reconciliations.

The role requires 3+ years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with multi-entity or property accounting. This office-based position offers a clear career path within a growing real estate organization.