Equity Residential is seeking a resourceful, detail-oriented financial professional to join our Augusta Accounting team. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values accuracy, and takes pride in delivering exceptional internal and external service.
As an Accounts Payable Assistant , you will play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of our financial operations. You’ll ensure the timely and accurate entry of invoices into our accounting system, proactively resolve vendor inquiries, and partner closely with internal stakeholders to address and reconcile invoice-related matters.
This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative team player who is highly organized, solutions-focused, and committed to operational excellence.
WHO YOU ARE
- A Strong Communicator. Your writing and speaking skills are clear and effective, helping you connect well with others.
- Organized and Confident. You are flexible, composed, and able to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously while confidently interacting with individuals across all levels of the organization.
- Motivated. You invest extra energy to reach your goals.
- A Solution-Oriented Team Player. You are united with teammates, follow through on commitments, and let co-workers and business partners know that they matter.
- Energetic and Positive. You are an outgoing, gregarious brand ambassador who motivates and excites others to elevate their performance.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Invoice Data Entry (60%)
- Loads invoices into the CIP program for data entry.
- Accurately keys property invoices of various complexity into the appropriate accounting system (CIP, OPS and MRI).
- Reviews invoices for accuracy regarding credits and underpayments.
- Reviews vendors to determine Ops property enablement needs.
Property Issues & Reconciliation (30%)
- Reviews vendor statements for missing invoices in order to request from vendors.
- Assists with phone calls from vendors and internal customers with questions regarding payments.
- Researches and resolves issues in a timely manner, according to established department procedures.
- Escalates items to appropriate supervisors/departments when applicable.
Communications (10%)
- Supplies vendors/properties with supporting documentation to resolve billing issues in compliance with established department guidelines.
- Other Duties/Projects.
- Assist coworkers and management in special projects as needed.
- Files information as defined by Division Controller.
- Other duties as deemed necessary and/or assigned by management.
REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or equivalent and some office experience required; some mailroom experience preferred
- Strong email and telephone communication skills required
- Above average 10-key skills, analytical skills, and accurate typing skills essential
ABOUT US
Working for Equity Residential (EQR), a leading multi-family real estate investment trust (REIT), means living our purpose: creating communities where people thrive. It means striving to provide the best in apartment living, speaking boldly about new ideas for innovation, and inspiring creativity in the ways we work together.
Our portfolio of high-quality properties in urban growth markets – New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Seattle, San Francisco, Southern California, and Denver – provides homes where people most want to live, work and play. We've got the best people in the business, as evidenced by our employee engagement scores and customer loyalty ratings. That’s why our employees say they are proud to work at Equity, a company that gives our residents a place where they can Live Remarkably, and offers a culture where our employees have the opportunity to thrive.
Equity Rewards
When you join Equity Residential, you won’t be treated as simply another employee — you will be considered a partner in our shared success. As such, we are committed to investing in your personal success through a benefits program that supports your Total Wellbeing.
We recognize that everyone has different needs outside of work. That’s why, in addition to a competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision and paid time off), we offer many unique benefits options to employees, like a comprehensive wellness program, pet insurance, new parent benefits, and paid time off for community service projects. In addition to your next job, you can also find your next home with us! Rent discounts on Equity Residential apartment homes are available to our benefits-eligible employees. The amount of the discount offered is determined based on the market, ranging upwards from 20%.
Equity Values
At Equity Residential, like our residents, our employees come from everywhere. A richly diverse work environment captures top talent, cultivates the best ideas, and creates the widest possible platform for success. By focusing on inclusion, these differences are harnessed to create value — in ideas, business practices, relationships, and employee engagement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees can thrive.
All aspects of the employment process are merit-based. Every Equity employee is expected to maintain a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Equity Residential does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, sexual/gender identity/expression, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship status, military (including uniformed service member or protected veteran) status, marital status, genetic characteristic or information, ancestry or any other characteristic protected by law. Equity Residential also prohibits retaliation against individuals who report harassment or discrimination, or participate in investigations into such conduct.
