What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Assistant, Utilities position at Equity Residential?
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 the accurate and timely data entry of all utility invoices into the accounting system (Energy CAP), ensuring that all bills are received timely and addressing any billing issues that may arise with utility vendors — ultimately helping our property teams to deliver a remarkable living experience to our residential customers.
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
- Accurately process utility invoices of various complexity into the accounting system meeting department defined metrics.
- Review invoices for accuracy regarding credits and underpayments.
- Communicate with on-site property teams regarding billing variances.
- Assist with phone calls from vendors and internal customers with billing inquiries.
- Research and resolve incomplete invoice issues in a timely manner, according to established department procedures.
- Escalate items to appropriate departments when applicable.
- Communicate with vendors to resolve issues related to billing issues (i.e. bill credits, missing bills, unapplied payments).
- Supply vendors with supporting documentation to resolve billing issues in compliance with established department guidelines.
- Assist in matching checks to remittances.
- File information as defined by the Division Controller.
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
Working for Equity Residential (EQR), a leading multi-family real estate investment trust (REIT), means living our purpose: creating communities where people thrive. It means striving to provide the best in apartment living, speaking boldly about new ideas for innovation, and inspiring creativity in the ways we work together.
When you join Equity Residential, you won’t be treated as simply another employee — you will be considered a partner in our shared success. As such, we are committed to investing in your personal success through a benefits program that supports your Total Wellbeing.
We recognize that everyone has different needs outside of work. That’s why, in addition to a competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision and paid time off), we offer many unique benefits options to employees, like a comprehensive wellness program, pet insurance, new parent benefits, and paid time off for community service projects. In addition to your next job, you can also find your next home with us! Rent discounts on Equity Residential apartment homes are available to our benefits-eligible employees. The amount of the discount offered is determined based on the market, ranging upwards from 20%.
At Equity Residential, like our residents, our employees come from everywhere. A richly diverse work environment captures top talent, cultivates the best ideas, and creates the widest possible platform for success. By focusing on inclusion, these differences are harnessed to create value — in ideas, business practices, relationships, and employee engagement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees can thrive.
All aspects of the employment process are merit-based. Every Equity employee is expected to maintain a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Equity Residential does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, sexual/gender identity/expression, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship status, military (including uniformed service member or protected veteran) status, marital status, genetic characteristic or information, ancestry or any other characteristic protected by law. Equity Residential also prohibits retaliation against individuals who report harassment or discrimination, or participate in investigations into such conduct.
