What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper- Buckhead position at Staff Financial Group?
We are seeking a highly organized and self-motivated individual to join our team in an in-office position. The ideal candidate should possess strong multitasking abilities, excellent time management skills, a positive attitude, and the desire to grow with our company. Additionally, the candidate should be professional and courteous both in person and over the phone.
Responsibilities:
The primary duties of this role include, but are not limited to:
Accounting and Bookkeeping Administration:
- Maintain accurate financial records for lending companies and prepare reports for parent company personnel.
- Conduct monthly bank reconciliations for multiple accounts.
- Prepare 1099 and 1098 interest statements.
- Make bank deposits using desktop systems.
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Communicate with colleagues regarding rent collection and defaults for foreclosed properties.
- Maintain a rent roll.
- Perform general office duties.
- Work with outside CPA during tax season on company returns.
- Maintain physical and electronic files.
Real Estate Loan Processing and REO Coordination:
- Obtain credit reports.
- Establish new client/loan files.
- Communicate with clients regarding items needed for their loans.
- Coordinate with appraisers, attorneys, and title personnel.
- Facilitate loan closing and funding.
- Record loans in QuickBooks.
- Receive and post loan/interest payments.
- Retrieve property tax/utility records.
- Help prepare construction draws for approval and disburse funds.
- Coordinate with construction inspectors for draw approval.
- Assist in coordinating foreclosures with foreclosing attorneys.
- Help formulate tax escrow estimates for new loans.
- Coordinate and track tax appeals for foreclosed properties.
Qualifications:
- Must be proficient in Excel (Microsoft Office Suite) and QuickBooks.
- Must have high math aptitude and be familiar with typical office machines (phone, fax, copier, scanner).
- Should have an accounting background and be familiar with real estate.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic knowledge of loan processing and closing procedures (training will be provided).
- Ability to work under tight timelines.