POSITION: Accounting Clerk

COMPENSATION: $26.75 – $31.25/Hour

BENEFITS: Health, dental, vision, FSA, EAP, life insurance (LTD), 401(k), paid sick, vacation and Holidays.

Charities Housing’s mission is to develop, own and manage the highest quality affordable housing for extremely low and very low-income individuals, families and those in our community with special needs. For nearly 30 years, through service enhanced property management and structured resident involvement, Charities Housing has fostered and supported the highest standards of human dignity in our communities. The culture at Charities embraces a respectful, diverse and empowered environment. We value a healthy work-life balance and encourage everyone to speak up and step up. Growth, mentorship and training are a priority for our teammates. We like to think outside the box and keep our entrepreneurial spirit alive and strong as the company continues to grow. We believe in working hard, but also having fun along the way and celebrating our accomplishments. We are very collaborative and currently have team meetings every 2 weeks to hear what others are working on. This keeps us all feeling connected and allows us to synergize and learn from others.

This position offers a 4% of annual salary sign-on bonus for new hires!

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Under general direction the Accounting Department, the accounting clerk is responsible for entering and reviewing payables for all the properties and the main office, performs various accounting functions throughout the month.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required knowledge, skills & abilities: 

• High School Diploma
• Yardi experience highly desired 
• Accounts Payable, finance, banking, payroll, and/or accounting experience 
• Knowledge of MS office, emphasis in excel.
• Must be flexible in attitude and work schedule. 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; demonstrate the ability to be self-motivated, and to be detail oriented.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. 
• Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple projects. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The following duties are normal for this position, but this list is not to be deemed all-encompassing. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Provide assistance and support to Accounting personnel, and site staff. 
• Processing accounts payable and reviewing property accounts payable in Yardi. 
• Open the daily mail, scan, and distribute them to the appropriate person/ department.
• Perform other administrative duties as requested by the Accounting Department. 

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

• Computer use
• Sitting at the desk for extended periods of time. 
• The ability to lift/ move/ carry up to and including 50 pounds.
• Driving or ability to travel between different locations in Santa Clara County. 

The above intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.

Charities Housing is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other classification protected by state or federal law. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. Charities Housing is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

We are looking to make an immediate hire. This position will remain open until it has been filled. If we receive resumes from qualified candidates, we reserve the right to start the hiring process at any time.

Principals only. No calls please. We will only respond to those persons who are deemed qualified at the sole discretion of Charities Housing. For more information about Charities Housing, please visit our website www.charitieshousing.org.

No relocation will be provided.