Accounting Assistant in Whitestown, Indiana at JUSTUS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Justus Property Management is a growing company focused on delivering quality affordable housing and strong community management. We are looking for motivated individuals who are ready to grow with us, take on new challenges, and contribute to our continued success.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees based on hours worked, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan.

SUMMARY OF JOB FUNCTION:

Responsible for helping to ensure the efficient operation of the corporate accounting office under the direction of the controller.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Included, but not limited to, the following job specifications contained herein.

• General accounting support to include entering invoices, approving invoices, picking invoices, printing checks, and mailing checks.
• Provide internal customer service to team members, including answering questions and directing members to the right internal resource.
• Reconcile monthly bank statements.
• Post laundry and miscellaneous deposits in accouting system.
• Maintain organized electronic and paper filing system.
• Prepare internal and external correspondence.
• Organize and maintain accurate files, records, reports, contact lists, policies, and procedures.
• Create documents in Microsoft Word, such as written correspondence, reports, emails, and memos.
• Create spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel to summarize data.
• Lead or assist in coordination of Company events or activities.
• Assist leaders by traveling to various places, including the bank and post office.
• Communicate with management, residents, vendors, and all outside contacts in a professional manner and assist wherever possible.
• Exhibit a positive disposition while interacting with residents, colleagues, and vendors.
• Complete office orders for corporate and properties as needed.
• Handle all incoming mail and distribute it to appropriate team members.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Previous administrative experience is preferred.
• Experience using standard office equipment is required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Must possess exceptional organizational and time-management skills along with close attention to detail.
• Regular attendance, work ethic and strong interpersonal skills are required for success in this position.
• Takes initiative in assisting others with various tasks.
• Is an effective communicator and works well with the team.
• Is punctual and reliable.
• Completes tasks in a timely manner.
• Presents the ability to execute job duties under stressful circumstances such as last-minute deadlines or other difficult situations.
• The ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve problems with no direction. Ability to interpret complex instructions furnished in written, oral or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.