About Company:

At Marketplace Homes, we believe that if our customers succeed, we all win. That is why we foster a work environment where ideas flourish and individuals are empowered to pursue their professional passions. If you have a knack for creative solutions and a desire to make a meaningful impact, you may just find your next calling with us.

With over 20 years of experience, we truly understand the heartbeat of real estate, blending brokerage, property management, and creativity into a unique, customer-focused suite of services and support. Across the country, we’re not just managing properties; we’re nurturing the investments and dreams of a diverse range of clients.

Marketplace Homes also stands at the forefront of new construction, boasting well over 14,000 real estate transactions. This achievement isn’t just about numbers, it’s about the innovative and personalized solutions we bring to each project, all in partnership with the nation’s top builders. This provides the best of all worlds — personal and local service at scale.

About the Role:

The Accounting Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the financial operations within the real estate and rental leasing industry by ensuring accurate and timely processing of payments. This position is responsible for maintaining financial records, reconciling accounts, collecting back owed balances. The role requires close collaboration with accounting and finance teams to manage accounts payable and receivable, contributing to efficient cash flow management. The Accounting Assistant will utilize property management and accounting software to streamline processes and generate reports that aid in financial decision-making. Ultimately, this position ensures that all financial data is accurate, organized, and compliant with company policies and regulatory standards, supporting the overall financial health of the organization.

Core Responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing: Upload, code, and route vendor and trade invoices for proper manager approval.
• Reconciliation: Audit invoice inconsistencies, review discrepancies, and reconcile accounts payable ledgers on a monthly basis.
• Vendor Management: Maintain accurate records of vendor payments, process credit applications, and track 1099 compliance for contractors.
• Budget Tracking: Control payments against established operating budgets, flagging and reporting on expense variances.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Proven experience with bank reconciliation, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
• Basic understanding of GAAP
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in the real estate, rental, or leasing industry.
• Familiarity with financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in report generation and troubleshooting within a CRM
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
  

Core Responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing: Upload, code, and route vendor and trade invoices for proper manager approval.
• Reconciliation: Audit invoice inconsistencies, review discrepancies, and reconcile accounts payable ledgers on a monthly basis.
• Vendor Management: Maintain accurate records of vendor payments, process credit applications, and track 1099 compliance for contractors.
• Budget Tracking: Control payments against established operating budgets, flagging and reporting on expense variances.

This role is hybrid, requiring in office work 3 days per week in Southfield, Michigan.