Accountant

About the role

Axis Residential is a forward-thinking property management organization specializing in 55 and older active adult communities. We are seeking a skilled and people-focused Property Accountant to join our team in Spokane, WA. As a Property Accountant, you will be responsible for full-cycle accounting functions for a portfolio of multifamily communities, demonstrating and promoting the Axis Residential culture and values in all interactions, fostering collaboration, accountability, and service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle accounting for 6–8 communities, including accounts payable, journal entries, monthly accruals, and reconciliations through month-end financial statement preparation.
• Collaborate daily with Assistant Community Directors, Community Directors, and Regional Support team members.
• Communicate with new and existing vendors to ensure vendor compliance.
• Review invoice entries and coding for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts.
• Process electronic transfers and vendor payments.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Calculate and process monthly property management fees.
• Calculate and process monthly owner distributions.
• Generate and review monthly rent rolls as part of the financial reporting process.
• Prepare month-end financial packages in accordance with GAAP, analyze variances, and distribute reports to appropriate stakeholders.
• Prepare and distribute required lender and compliance documentation.
• Compile and prepare reserve for replacement escrow distribution requests.
• Support management with special projects and other assigned tasks.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting strongly preferred.
• Minimum of one year of general accounting experience required.
• Previous payroll processing experience required.
• Strong computer skills including intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Yardi accounting software is a plus.
• Prior experience in the property management industry is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and insured, operable vehicle.
• Self‑motivated, driven, and goal‑oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to thrive in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Excellent communication skills; must be proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in English.
• Team‑focused with a “we over me” approach to building and sustaining relationships.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance - with 100% employer paid monthly premiums for associates.
• Flexible Spending Accounts - for healthcare and dependent care.
• Disability, AD&D, and Life insurance.
• 401(k) with 3% company contribution.
• Accrued vacation time, sick pay, 12 paid holidays per calendar year, personal day, and paid volunteer day.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Charitable giving program and community involvement.
• Annual bonus incentive.
• Annual performance review with potential merit increase.

Pay

Competitive pay, $33‑$36 per hour (based on experience).