Since 2012, we've grown to become one of the leading single-family rental companies and homebuilders in the country, recently recognized as a top employer by Fortune and Great Place To Work®.  At AMH, our goal is to simplify the experience of leasing a home through professional management and maintenance support, so our residents can focus on what really matters to them, wherever they are in life. 

Staff Accountant I (Bank Reconciliation)

 

The Staff Accountant I is responsible for reconciling bank accounts on a daily basis, proactively identifying reconciling items, and effectively communicating to management or respective departments to ensure timely resolution. Provides backup support for other Treasury staff.

 

Responsibilities:  

• Perform daily and monthly bank account reconciliations.
• Communicate identified reconciliation items to respective departments.
• Follow up on reconciling items promptly to ensure resolution.
• Save and submit monthly bank reconciliations for management review.
• Review bank activity download information and send details to the Las Vegas Resident Operations Department regarding NSF checks and returned items.
• Review misapplied funds report from the Las Vegas Resident Operations Department for accuracy, document findings, and report to management.
• Determine if manual journal entries are needed for bank accounts and prepare them as required.
• Monitor payment dashboard and notify management of any exceptions or errors.
• Map newly acquired properties with the appropriate set of bank accounts.
• Complete monthly Bank vs. GL analysis and identify variances by the established deadline.
• Assist with annual, interim, and roll-forward audit requests as delegated by management.
• Support ad-hoc requests and special projects.

Requirements:  

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, economics, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum one to three years of experience in accounting, finance, treasury, or closely related roles.
• Experience with Yardi property management software preferred.
• Experience in the real estate industry preferred.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and basic understanding of ledger accounts.
• Proficiency in handling high volumes of data.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and consistently meet deadlines.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Detail-oriented, well-organized, and self-motivated.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Positive attitude and ability to foster strong inter-departmental working relationships.

Compensation

The anticipated pay range/scale for this position is $27.42 to $34.28 Hourly. Actual starting base pay within this range will depend on factors including geographic location, education, training, skills, and relevant experience.

Additional Compensation

This position is not bonus-eligible.

Perks and Benefits

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts and/or health savings accounts; dependent savings accounts; 401(k) with company matching contributions; employee stock purchase plan; and a tuition reimbursement program. The Company provides 9 paid holidays per year, and, upon hire, new employees will accrue paid time off (PTO) at a rate of 0.0577 hours of PTO per hour worked, up to a maximum of 120 hours per year.

Background Check

Background check required.  AMH will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, which may include the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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