Staff Accountant

On Top Of The World Communities; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Weekly Pay

Health benefits

401K matching

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral program

Fitness membership discount

Telehealth (MyIdealDoctor)

Job summary

On Top of the World Communities in Ocala, FL seeks an experienced accounting professional to manage daily banking, accounts payable and receivable, and intercompany reconciliations across several entities, while upholding OTOW standards and maintaining strict confidentiality. You will support Controllers, payroll reconciliations, tax reporting, and ensuring accurate, timely financial records.

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 3+ years of accounting experience are required; Timberline,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field (4+ years substitution possible)
• 3+ years of accounting experience required
• Experience with Timberline, Newstar, Loan Ledger, and Jenark preferred

Responsibilities

• Manages daily banking activities and monthly bank reconciliations across multiple companies and accounts
• Performs daily accounts payable/receivable tasks including billing and vendor payments
• Maintains mortgage database entries, posting payments, processing ACH drafts, and resident communications
• Performs and reviews reconciliations for general ledger accounts on a routine basis
• Supports Controllers with accounting functions and tax/payroll reconciliations as needed
• Ensures confidentiality and security of financial files and adheres to OTOW standards

Skills

Accounting

Financial reporting

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written/verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Timberline Accounting

Newstar

Loan Ledger

Jenark

Job description

Some of our great benefits include:

• Paid Holidays & Vacations
• Weekly Pay
• Health Benefits & matching 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Discount on fitness membership
• MyIdealDoctor (telehealth) available to ALL employees

Responsibilities:

• Performs daily banking activities and monthly bank reconciliations across multiple companies and accounts
• Performs daily accounts receivable tasks including billing customers, paying vendors, and reconciling bank statements
• Manages the mortgage database, which includes entering new mortgages, posting payments, processing ACH drafts, recording payoffs, and communicating with residents
• Performs and reviews account reconciliations for general ledger accounts on an established routine basis
• Assists Controllers with accounting functions as assigned
• Assists other Accounting staff with monthly sales tax reporting and payroll reconciliations as needed
• Stays current with all accounting developments and trends
• Ensures the confidentiality and security of all financial files
• Performs all duties in adherence to OTOW standards
• Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices
• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward all residents, visitors and co-workers

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field required (4+ years of accounting experience can be substituted for required degree)
• 3+ years of accounting experience required
• Accounting software experience required, Timberline Accounting, Newstar, Loan Ledger, and Jenark experience preferred

Certifications or Licenses

• Certifications: CPA preferred
• A valid Florida Drivers License with acceptable driving history is required

Skills and Knowledge:

• Must be able to read, write and understand English and have good verbal and written communication skills
• PC proficiency is essential (Windows environment) and working knowledge of construction/accounting software programs is preferred.
• Microsoft Office skills required
• Proven professional skills and/or knowledge in accounting
• Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret general business and professional procedures and governmental regulations
• Must be able to understand general accounting principles and apply them on a day-to-day basis
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Ability to write business correspondence and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information to management, customers, and staff
• Well organized, be efficient and ability to multi-task

Personal Attributes:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Honesty and integrity
• Self-starter
• Inquisitive, detail-oriented
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

Qualifications

On Top of the World Communities provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status about public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, OTOW will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. On Top of the World Communities is a Drug-free workplace.