Bookkeeper

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Bookkeepers are tasked with ensuring resident accounts are current and accurate. They devise

and implement strategies that assist in achieving delinquency and collections goals and

maximize NOI. They are detailed-oriented, customer service focused, and able to work in a fastpaced environment.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

• Prepare and process all payments and receivables daily
• Ensure all resident accounts are accurate and current
• Establish and execute an effective collection strategy to achieve monthly delinquency

and write-off goals

• Create and submit Failure to Pay Rent suit list accurately and timely
• Provide documentation for legal actions, as needed
• Ensure all bookkeeping processes and reporting are completed in accordance with

internal quality control standards

• Encourage and build positive relationships with team members, customers, and

vendors

• Provide high levels of service to all customers and team members
• Demonstrate behaviors that cultivate a positive work culture
• Contribute to community/company engagement efforts
• Perform other duties as assigned by managers/supervisors

JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge current applicable laws
• Superb customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to keep neat and accurate records
• Capacity to understand and follow directions
• Competence with technology including Microsoft Office
• Experience with Yardi software products a plus

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of experience with accounting related functions, or equivalent education
• Collections, credit counseling, and personal finance/budgeting experience preferred

Req Benefits: Your wages are only part of the employment equation. Benefits add significant dollars to your total compensation package and greatly improve your quality of life. Southern offers one of the best benefits packages in the industry. Southern provides: * A choice of Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for you, your spouse and/or eligible children at a remarkably low cost * Company paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurances * Traditional and ROTH 401(k) with Company contribution * Paid holidays, paid time off, pay for bereavement/funereal leave and jury duty * Continuing Education You can customize your package to include: Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Long Term Care for an additional cost, at a reduced rate. Benefit eligibility is dependent on Team Member Status. All benefits are subject to change or cancellation at any time.

Compensation: $34,686 - $48,018

Work Location: In person