About the job
Job Description
Are you starting your career in accounting or have just graduated college and needing your first step into your career? We have the position for you. If you are an ambitious, career-focused accounting professional looking for a place to begin a rewarding career where you will be taught everything from the basics upward, this may be the better opportunity for you. We are seeking individuals who enjoy learning the concepts behind bookkeeping and how it impacts the bottom line for a portfolio of organizations. Additionally, we are a fast-paced environment, with a culture of teamwork, innovation and a family-like atmosphere.
Our training is very hands on and educational. We do not require experience in our industry, but we do require someone who wants to learn more about bookkeeping and what it takes to grow into performing the full cycle of creating multiple financials. Top performers in this position have developed into lead bookkeepers on our team very quickly.
General Job Description
The position is responsible for the preparation and maintenance of client financial records including preparing balance sheets, income statements, bank reconciliations, general ledger reports, receivables reports, cash disbursements, and statements of cash flow for not-for-profit corporations. You will be exposed to all of these practices and learn how to master them. With a team, this position supports the deadline-driven financial needs of hundreds of property association corporations managed by Spectrum. This position is also responsible for assisting in day-to-day tasks including accounts payable and receivable, check issuance, initial client setup, state required reports and filings, and document compilation for external review. All reports are prepared using accrual accounting, using industry-specific property management accounting software, and in accordance with GAAP.
SPECIFIC TASKS You Will Learn In This Role
Education And Experience
We are proud of our success for over 20 years and for being one of the most recognized HOA Management companies in our industry. Additionally, we have been voted one of the best places to work consecutively for 17 years. We are looking forward to meeting you if you will be dedicated to sharing our vision, values, and providing superior customer service as we continue to build strong and lasting relationships within the communities we serve. Headquartered in San Antonio, we have offices across Texas and Arizona.
WHAT ARE THE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS?
Our vibrant culture is everything to us. We are only looking for professionals interested in joining and being part of a work family. The person next to you is highly important in how you measure your success. If someone asks for help you always volunteer just like they would do for you. We are all students and teachers on our teams.
Spectrum Association Management Highlighted Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package that is more than just a paycheck
If your application is a good match, you can expect to be contacted to schedule a phone interview as the next step.
Spectrum Association Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Are you starting your career in accounting or have just graduated college and needing your first step into your career? We have the position for you. If you are an ambitious, career-focused accounting professional looking for a place to begin a rewarding career where you will be taught everything from the basics upward, this may be the better opportunity for you. We are seeking individuals who enjoy learning the concepts behind bookkeeping and how it impacts the bottom line for a portfolio of organizations. Additionally, we are a fast-paced environment, with a culture of teamwork, innovation and a family-like atmosphere.
Our training is very hands on and educational. We do not require experience in our industry, but we do require someone who wants to learn more about bookkeeping and what it takes to grow into performing the full cycle of creating multiple financials. Top performers in this position have developed into lead bookkeepers on our team very quickly.
General Job Description
The position is responsible for the preparation and maintenance of client financial records including preparing balance sheets, income statements, bank reconciliations, general ledger reports, receivables reports, cash disbursements, and statements of cash flow for not-for-profit corporations. You will be exposed to all of these practices and learn how to master them. With a team, this position supports the deadline-driven financial needs of hundreds of property association corporations managed by Spectrum. This position is also responsible for assisting in day-to-day tasks including accounts payable and receivable, check issuance, initial client setup, state required reports and filings, and document compilation for external review. All reports are prepared using accrual accounting, using industry-specific property management accounting software, and in accordance with GAAP.
SPECIFIC TASKS You Will Learn In This Role
- Recording of journal entries and other transactions in appropriate client’s books.
- On a monthly basis, preparation of financial reports for clients using industry-specific software.
- Compilation of necessary information and documents to provide to association accountants to facilitate the preparation of state and federal filings.
- How to post payments to client accounts and issue payments to client vendors.
- Onboarding of new clients through setting up accounting systems, inputting financial data, and creating initial financial reports.
- Oversee large projects ensuring taxes and other services requested through an outside party are provided in a timely manner.
- You will learn how to answer questions on technical accounting tasks and escalated financial/bookkeeping issues.
- Complete homeowner write offs and write off projects in an accurate and timely manner.
- Work on special projects for HOA Boards, Community Managers, and Division Presidents as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the department manager.
Education And Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in accounting, Finance or Business with an emphasis in accounting, is required
- Any internships in accounting is a plus. We will help you take it to the next level of accounting
- This position requires strong problem-solving skills, including confidence in decision making and ability to effectively explain decisions to clients.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills and the ability and willingness to work at a fast pace
- Practiced customer service skills are a must for this position as it deals with internal and external customers.
- Self-motivated individuals who can set and maintain their own pace are also a must.
- This position deals intensively with accounting so individuals must be well versed in GAAP and be able to explain accounting protocol to clients and other staff members.
We are proud of our success for over 20 years and for being one of the most recognized HOA Management companies in our industry. Additionally, we have been voted one of the best places to work consecutively for 17 years. We are looking forward to meeting you if you will be dedicated to sharing our vision, values, and providing superior customer service as we continue to build strong and lasting relationships within the communities we serve. Headquartered in San Antonio, we have offices across Texas and Arizona.
WHAT ARE THE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS?
Our vibrant culture is everything to us. We are only looking for professionals interested in joining and being part of a work family. The person next to you is highly important in how you measure your success. If someone asks for help you always volunteer just like they would do for you. We are all students and teachers on our teams.
Spectrum Association Management Highlighted Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package that is more than just a paycheck
- Hybrid Empowerment Plan - Our culture is based on trust. We empower our employees to work in-office and remotely based on the role, requirements of the business. Determined after the training phase and required in the office at least one day per week.
- Recognized as Best Places to Work 17 years in a row!
- Fastest Growing Company - Fast Track 50 in 2020.
- San Antonio-based homeowners’ association management company.
- Privately-owned with 20 years in business.
- Work / Life balance.
- 5 weeks of PTO to allow for rest, travel, family, and your hobbies.
- Eleven paid Holidays too
- 40 paid hours per year for community service activities.
- Internal Learning and Development Management System.
- Full suite of benefits includes Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life/AD&D and a 401k program.
- Free medical clinic in-house (in San Antonio office – virtual appointments for other offices).
- Well-structured career track plan with a 6-month review.
- Hours Mon- Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Hourly pay - $19.00 per hour
- Office Location - 17319 San Pedro Avenue, San Antonio, Texas 78232
If your application is a good match, you can expect to be contacted to schedule a phone interview as the next step.
Spectrum Association Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.