Accounting Assistant II
About The Position
The Michaels Organization is a national leader in residential real estate offering full-service capabilities in development, property management, construction, and investment. At Michaels, our teammates strive to fulfill our promise of creating communities that lift lives – ones that jumpstart housing, education, civic engagement, and neighborhood prosperity. With this passion at the forefront of our business, Michaels teammates can be proud to be a part of the extraordinary, every day. This position performs a variety of duties which involve basic accounting and bookkeeping principles.
Requirements
- Required Experience: 2-4 years’ experience in an Accounting/Clerical position or in a related area. Preferably some accounting background
- Required Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Required Skills and Abilities: Candidate must possess strong written and verbal communication skills. He or She should be professional, motivated, highly organized and able to work well alone or with a team. He or she should be able to follow instructions and be adept at general office skills such as typing and filing. Working knowledge of MS Excel and Word required.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of AS400, Realpage & QuickBooks not required but useful.
Responsibilities
- Reconcile or note and report discrepancies found in records
- Assist in approval of wires, ach & bank transfers
- Process Annual Business Reports
- Reconciliation of monthly operating bank statements
- Prepare and post Journal entries
- Research & correct bank discrepancies
- Obtain quarterly bank ratings from financial institutes
- Assist other team members when needed
- Assist accounting department staff with various projects
- Process requisitions, payments, receipts and other necessary accounting activities, which may include accounts payable and receivable.
- Track and Log Audited Financial Statements
- Verify Checks with banks and check cashing locations
- Look up and print cancelled checks for accountants, billing and accounts payable
- Send/ Receive Mail
- Type, Fax, Scan & File Correspondence
- Answer general questions and requests
Benefits
- As part of our team, you will enjoy a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefit package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, prescription, etc., generous paid time off, a 401 (k) plan with a company match, and so much more.
- We believe in education – and in taking care of our own – so as an added incentive your children will be able to apply for the Michaels Employee Scholarship Program.
- Help make the world a better place in a team-oriented environment.
- Grow with our organization through various professional development opportunities.
- Collaborate and thrive in a company culture where all are welcome
- Michaels teammates make a difference in the lives of residents, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
