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UHY-US

Accounting Specialist

UHY-US, Birmingham, Michigan, us, 48012

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Base pay range $60,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

A great UHY client is seeking an

Accounting Specialist

to join their team. The ideal candidate will have Real Estate/Property Management experience and familiarity with AppFolio.

The

Accounting Specialist

role is a permanent, direct‑hire, onsite position.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with day‑to‑day accounting operations including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable and receivable

Support the Controller with preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, management reports, and assist with year‑end financials

Provide assistance to the Controller with property‑level accounting for both commercial and residential portfolios

Monitor lease agreements and ensure proper revenue recognition

Assist with annual budget preparation and track actual performance versus budget

Assist with processing payroll, ensuring accurate and timely payments to employees

Office Administration

Manage insurance claims activity, including documentation, communication with carriers, and follow‑up on claim status

Oversee utility accounts and billing for all properties, ensuring accuracy and timely processing while monitoring consumption trends

Maintain organized systems for contracts, vendor files, billings, and property‑level operational data

Coordinate communication between property management staff, the external CPA firm, insurance providers, utility companies, and other vendors

Support other data management tasks as required

HR & Employee Support

Assist with HR compliance and support benefits administration

Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related field

5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in real estate or property management

Experience with

AppFolio

or similar property management software strongly preferred

Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize accordingly

Comfortable working independently in a small team environment

High level of integrity and discretion; experience handling confidential financial matters

Excellent communication and organizational skills

This is a fully onsite role based in Birmingham, MI. Our office operates Monday through Friday and values hands‑on collaboration, transparency, and consistency.

Seniority level Associate

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Accounting/Auditing

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