Job Description
Job Description
Accounting Assistant Job Description
Department: Finance
Reports to: Controller
FLSA status: Exempt
Supervises others: No
Position Overview:
Defined Role: Auben Realty is rooted in the real estate industry. We are seeking a self-starter, dedicated person to join our accounting team. The Junior Accountant will report directly to the Senior Accountant. The individual will be responsible for day-to-day tasks within accounting to help assist the accounting department along with other departments within the company.
Who we seek: We are igniting an effort which is nothing less than a drastic transformation of our entire approach and thought process around Asset Management’s procedures, processes & policies and cultural cultivation and at the center of this transformation is a key resource (you) who is an experienced change agent and is relentless in their pursuit of organizational excellence. As leaders, we passionately believe in our people, we noticeably want the best for our people and enthusiastically expect the best from our people.
Who we are: We are investors, developers, owners and operators of Scattered Site Single Family, Multifamily and Build for Rent assets throughout the Midwest and Southeast and in our sights is an intense mission to dramatically change the way we function, communicate, engage, evaluate, execute, course correct and think about our organizational growth, operations and management activities. We operate a vertically integrated real estate investment platform with a group of wholly owned subsidiaries that includes real estate brokerage, property management, property maintenance, construction project management, marketing/advertising efforts that both support our own investment strategies as well as serve the 3rd party marketplace. We possess an insatiable desire for growth, accomplishment and making the impossible happen and you should too.
Working with us, you will be challenged daily to improve yourself, work harder and faster than ever before and to take your skillsets and ability to accomplish to levels never thought possible and take on your position as if it was your own business. Our organization sparks the entrepreneurial spirit to help people live up to their true potential. Are you up to the challenge?
In your DNA will be a fire that burns, and the result is an Insane passion and high energy for creating change, improvement, and the natural incapability of accepting below bar standards, mediocrity, or anything less than the best. We need the right transformational leader in this role and are investing heavily in our mission to grow. If you are up for the challenge, we want to engage with you! If you truly consider yourself special and are prepared to demonstrate how and why - we look forward to hearing from you.
How to respond: To demonstrate your interest in the above opportunity please respond with your resume and a brief cover letter written specifically addressing why you feel you should be considered a successful candidate. Please provide three dates of availability and desired compensation.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Education Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate degree in Accounting or a related field is strongly preferred
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as an accounting assistant
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience with AppFolio software is a plus
Essential Job Functions:
- Maintaining accounts receivable, document bills and supporting documentation
- Review invoices for appropriate documentation prior to payment
- Perform invoice and general-ledger data entry
- Execute credit card and bank account reconciliation
- Assist senior financial officers as needed
Work Environment: Position is primarily located in a well-lit office environment.
Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, telephone, calculators, etc.
Mental/Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is primarily sitting at a desk utilizing a computer.
If you are an experienced Junior Accountant passionate about delivering exceptional service and achieving outstanding results for clients, we invite you to join our dynamic team at Auben Realty.
To apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and successes.
Auben’s Core Values:
- TEAM ORIENTED
- SOLUTION ORIENTED
- SENSE OF URGENCY
- DIRECT/COMMUNICATIVE
- ACCOUNTABLE
- UNDERDOG DNA
Compensation: Competitive, based on experience and market standards.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Auben Realty is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected status, ensuring fair employment practices across all aspects of our organization.
DISCLAIMER
The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Examples listed do not preclude the performance of other duties similar in nature or in level of complexity.