Accounting Clerk

Summit Properties is seeking an Accounting Clerk to provide transactional and administrative accounting support across its property portfolio and corporate entities. The role supports accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, deposits, bookkeeping, and other general accounting activities.

What you'll do:

• Process vendor invoices and assist with accounts payable activities, including check runs and electronic payments
• Research invoice discrepancies, prior balances, duplicate invoices, and other routine account questions
• Respond to routine questions from vendors and managers regarding invoices, payments, and accounts payable processes
• Assist with accounts receivable activities, billing, deposits, tenant ledger research, and rent schedule reconciliations
• Complete assigned monthly bank reconciliations and credit card coding
• Process recurring banking activities, billings, management fees, and routine accounting entries
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic accounting records and supporting documentation
• Provide routine bookkeeping and accounting support for Summit Properties and other related entities
• Assist with annual budgets, audits, tax preparation, month-end activities, and special accounting projects
• Help maintain accounting procedures and departmental documentation
• Provide backup support across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting functions as needed

What they're looking for:

• One to three years of accounting, bookkeeping, or related experience
• Working knowledge of general ledger, balance sheet, bank reconciliations, and basic accounting concepts
• Experience using accounting or financial management software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy
• Ability to manage recurring deadlines and follow responsibilities through to completion
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Experience with Yardi Voyager

Benefits:

• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical insurance with a significant employer contribution
• Dental and vision insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness days and work-life support resources
• Summit Thrive Benefit, providing reimbursement for eligible activities, experiences, and hobbies that support employee well-being and personal growth