What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Clerk position at OCF Realty?
Do you want to grow your career while working in a professional, fast-paced, and friendly environment? OCF Realty is one of Philadelphia’s top real estate & property management companies and we’re seeking a detail-oriented individual to join our finance team as an Accounting Clerk. This position is responsible for reviewing and reconciling ledgers and statements, communicating effectively with tenants and owners, supporting financial transactions, and maintaining up-to-date and organized accounting records. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, possess exceptional time management and organizational skills, be able to stay focused for extended periods and be skilled at both written and verbal communication. Lastly, we’re looking for someone who is as passionate about Philadelphia’s neighborhoods and community as we are, and shares our culture of authenticity.
- Review tenant ledgers & owner statements, investigating any irregularities
- Communicate with owners and tenants regarding billing inquiries and portal assistance
- Correspond with tenants on the status of their security returns in our shared inbox
- Onboard and offboard properties in our property management software, ensuring accurate tenant ledgers
- Onboard clients into our property management software, keeping information up-to-date and accurate
- Process renewal credits, security returns, overpaid rent, and break lease accounting fees/collections.
- Support billing for in-house maintenance technicians, third-party vendors, and utilities.
- Enter daily client receipts and process bank deposits through our property management and accounting software
- Return internal credits and concessions to tenants and property owners
- Keep physical and digital financial records up-to-date and organized
- Take deposits to the bank as needed
- Reconcile and support financial transactions in our property management software and accounting software as needed
Education, Experience, and Skills required:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- A minimum of two years of proven experience in accounting, reconciliation, and bookkeeping
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy while handling financial data
- Proficient in using accounting software, MS Office Applications, and Google Suite
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
- Excellent communication skills for effective tenant and owner interactions
- Exceptional customer service skills and professional phone manner
- Ability to organize, multitask, and work under pressure while meeting deadlines and maintaining a positive and friendly attitude.
- Overachieving attitude and strong work ethic
- Experience supporting financial transactions in property management is a plus
You will thrive in this position if you:
- Are a team player. You like making things easier for customers and colleagues. If there’s a roadblock, you want to smooth it away.
- Are action-oriented. You take the initiative to get the answers you need to be most effective in your role.
- Are driven by deadlines. You take responsibility for your deadlines and understand how your role impacts the team’s timely processing.
- Are thorough. You are detailed and accurate in your work and take pride in being error-free.
- Are energized by interacting with and helping people. You understand that everyone has trouble sometimes, and seek to empower and educate our customers.
- Can bring solutions to the table not just problems.
OCF Realty is a neighborhood-focused real estate brokerage providing comprehensive services in property management, home buying and selling, and real estate development. With offices in South Philadelphia and Margate, NJ, our team consists of expert leasing and real estate Agents who specialize in neighborhoods. We believe a thriving neighborhood is one where individuals and businesses have mutually beneficial relationships, and we are passionate about fostering that connection. We are committed to creating a healthy and vibrant community, and we are honored to be a part of it.
