Accounts Payable Assistant, Invoice Processing

Equity Residential, an S&P 500 real estate company, is in search of a resourceful, efficient, detail-oriented financial professional and team player to join our Augusta Accounting team. As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring timely data entry of invoices into the accounting system and addressing any invoice related issues that may arise with vendors.

WHO YOU ARE

• A Strong Communicator. Your writing and speaking skills are clear and effective, helping you connect well with others.
• Organized and Confident. You are flexible, composed, and able to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously while confidently interacting with individuals across all levels of the organization.
• Motivated. You invest extra energy to reach your goals.
• A Solution-Oriented Team Player. You are united with teammates, follow through on commitments, and let co-workers and business partners know that they matter.
• Energetic and Positive. You are an outgoing, gregarious brand ambassador who motivates and excites others to elevate their performance.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Invoice Data Entry (60%)

• Loads invoices into the CIP program for data entry.
• Accurately keys property invoices of various complexity into the appropriate accounting system (CIP, OPS and MRI).
• Reviews invoices for accuracy regarding credits and underpayments.
• Reviews vendors to determine Ops property enablement needs.

Property Issues & Reconciliation (30%)

• Reviews vendor statements for missing invoices in order to request from vendors.
• Assists with phone calls from vendors and internal customers with questions regarding payments.
• Researches and resolves issues in a timely manner, according to established department procedures.
• Escalates items to appropriate supervisors/departments when applicable.

Communications (10%)

• Supplies vendors/properties with supporting documentation to resolve billing issues in compliance with established department guidelines.
• Other Duties/Projects.
• Assist coworkers and management in special projects as needed.
• Files information as defined by Division Controller.
• Other duties as deemed necessary and/or assigned by management.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent and some office experience required; some mailroom experience preferred
• Strong email and telephone communication skills required
• Above average 10-key skills, analytical skills, and accurate typing skills essential

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Augusta, GA 30901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19