Lead day-to-day accounting for assigned homeowner associations: maintain the general ledger, post journal entries, reconcile bank/AP/AR accounts, prepare monthly financial statements and budgets, manage audits and banking transactions, respond to accounting inquiries, drive process improvements, and ensure US GAAP compliance.
Who We Are
With a legacy spanning four decades, Action Property Management has become the premier choice for homeowner’s association management. Founded in 1984, Action began with a single client and a vision to elevate ethical and professional standards in the HOA industry. Our unwavering commitment to integrity, and professionalism coupled with our core values of excellence, innovation and care for people, continues to define us. Today, as the largest privately owned HOA management company in the West, we proudly serve over 300 communities across 9 offices. Our success is fueled by a team of nearly 900 dedicated team members who genuinely love what they do and are dedicated to helping homeowners thrive and love where they live.
Action Property Management seeks a Senior Staff Accountant for our corporate office located in Irvine, CA.
Candidates have the option to work from our Irvine, Corona or San Diego office.
Job Summary
The Senior Accountant is responsible for driving the day-to-day accounting operations for assigned associations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across all financial activities. This role takes ownership of core functions, including financial statement preparation, reconciliations, budgeting, audits, banking transactions, and supports leadership. Success in this position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, proactive communication, and a service-first mindset in partnering with managers, board members, and internal teams.
Schedule: Monday to Friday; 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM – Hybrid Work Model
Compensation: $75,000 to $90,000 DOE
What You’ll Do (Job Duties)
- Maintain accuracy of the general ledger; update chart of accounts as necessary and monitor accounts for discrepancies.
- Record all journal entries timely with complete documentation and support.
- Complete monthly bank reconciliations; promptly investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Reconcile and balance accounts payable and accounts receivable monthly.
- Research and resolve suspense items, contingencies, and unusual transactions in a timely manner.
- Prepare and review monthly financial statement packages, including supplemental schedules, for completeness and accuracy.
- Lead preparation of annual budgets, coordinating inputs and ensuring accuracy of forecasts.
- Own the audit/review process by providing documentation, answering auditor questions, and coordinating responses.
- Manage routine banking and investment transactions to ensure timely execution and accuracy.
- Serve as the primary responder for accounting inquiries from site managers, board members, and internal teams, ensuring timely updates and communication.
- Take ownership of cross-departmental responsibilities such as onboarding new accounts, audit file preparation, and other recurring deliverables.
- Drive process improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness in financial reporting.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory frameworks, industry standards, and US GAAP.
- Represent the accounting team at Board meetings upon request.
- Perform other accounting duties as assigned by management.
Who You Are (Skills/Experience)
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
- Sense of urgency with strong accountability, maintaining a professional, customer-first demeanor and effective communication under pressure.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and proven ability to prepare and interpret financial statements.
- Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage HOA board members, community managers, and team members.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Proficiency with CINC accounting software a plus.
- Strong proficiency in English writing and verbal communications
- HOA experience is preferred
- Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Action Property Management Irvine, California, USA Office
Irvine, CA, United States
Action Property Management Corona, California, USA Office
1250 Corona Pointe Court, Suite 404, Corona, United States, 92879
Action Property Management Los Angeles, California, USA Office
707 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 1475, Los Angeles, United States, 90017
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