Accountant (Corporate – 8912)

Explore a career at EAH Housing.

Start or continue a career in real estate development and management with EAH Housing. We are looking for talented and skilled professionals as we expand our property portfolio throughout California and Hawai`i. As a mission-based nonprofit organization and industry leader for more than 50 years, we live up to our values, and work to create opportunities to empower people to live better lives. Join us and make a difference today.

What we offer.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, as well as a 403(b) retirement plan with a 5%match. We also offer generous vacation accrual, holiday schedule, and work schedule flexibility.

We believe in work / life balance.
15 days of vacation per year (which increases based on years of service)
10 paid sick days per year
12 paid holidays
Flexible Start Times (REM Onsite Positions)

We take care of our employees.
Competitive Salaries
403b Retirement Plan with 5% company match
Go 365 Wellness Program
Free Employee Medical Insurance
Affordable Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
EAP – Mental Health, Financial and Legal Services
$1,500 Employee Referral Program
EAH University, an in-house training program

Position is a full-time Accountant to work at EAH Corporate in San Rafael, CA. Qualified candidates will have Associates degree in accounting or equivalent academic training. 3+ years of accounting experience. Non-profit affordable housing environment a plus. 2+ years of bookkeeping/accounting experience. Computer proficiency. Salary range: $31.00 - $47.00 per hour; hiring range for new employees is generally $31.00 - $39.00 per hour, DOE.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Established in 1968, EAH Housing is one of the largest and most respected nonprofit housing development and management organizations in the western United States. EAH develops low-income multifamily housing, manages more than 222 properties throughout in California and Hawai’i, and plays a leadership role in local, regional, and national housing advocacy efforts.

EAH Housing puts its core values into action every day as our staff of 700 people serves 25,000 residents in 87 municipalities. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, professional development, and invest in our employees through extensive training programs. Please visit our www.eahhousing.org to learn more about us, our culture, and how we strive to maintain excellence in everything we do

For immediate consideration, please apply to requisition ACCOU003202 on our website at www.eahhousing.org/careers

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under general supervision, performs non-routine accounting support duties in the areas of accounts payable and accounts receivable and routine accounting duties in the areas of maintaining general ledger, analysis of accounts, preparation of monthly financial statements/reports and bank reconciliations for properties assigned. Performs specialized calculations, posting and accounting functions

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains, analyzes and reconciles general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and bank accounts for properties assigned.
• Prepares each month’s accounting financial statements and reports required in a timely and accurate manner, in accordance with organization policies.
• Processes journal entries posting.
• Reconciles financial records of balance sheet accounts (i.e. assets, liabilities), income and expenses
• Analyzes and reconciles discrepancies and accounting issues.
• Maintains accounts payable files and records including filing as needed, process invoices for payment, prints and mail accounts payable disbursement checks for properties assigned.
• Responds to vendors, auditors, and employee inquiries regarding invoices, expenses check requests.
• Assumes responsibility for effectively researching, tracking, and resolving accounts payable issues and discrepancies for assigned properties.
• Monitors cash deposit/incoming wire receipts and update cash balances on a daily basis.
• Prepares, verifies, produces and mail year-end 1099 forms for properties assigned.
• Prepares annual backup support schedules for auditors and storage files.
• Actively participates in EAH’s safety program.
• Actively participates in required training.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Property Accountants:

• Prints, distributes Accounts Payable reports (monthly and as needed basis) and close system accounts receivable and payable modules on a month-end basis for properties assigned.
• Tracks all replacement reserve expenses for property manager release requests.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Knowledge of accounts payable and receivable and general accounting functions.
• Knowledge of P.C. and accounting software programs.
• Demonstrates professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work under deadlines.
• Demonstrates high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to gather and analyze information skillfully.
• Able to plan and prioritize work activities
• Works with integrity and ethically.
• Demonstrates professionalism in approaching others and reacting well under pressure.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No direct supervisory responsibilities, however, may provide work leadership to others through assignment of work, monitoring of progress, review of results, orientation and technical instruction.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work on computer for long periods of time.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Must have clear communication skills.

Work Environment

Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Time is spent in EAH central office.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education – Associates degree in accounting or equivalent academic training a plus.
2. Experience -

• 3+ years of accounting experience, non-profit affordable housing environment a plus.
• 2+ years of bookkeeping/accounting experience.
• Computer proficiency skills at intermediate level in Microsoft Office applications and accounting software.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS

EAH Housing conducts criminal background checks on all candidates who have received a conditional job offer. Once you have received such an offer, you will be required to submit and pass our criminal background requirements. Please be advised that certain roles may also require fingerprinting due to legal requirements.  If onsite housing is a requirement of the position, any household members over 18 years of age who will be living onsite with the candidate must also undergo a criminal background check and tenant screening.  Satisfactory completion of background check and fingerprinting requirements is a requirement of employment with EAH.

EAH Housing is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.  CA BRE #00853495 | HI RB-16985