Accounting Assistant

Company: Sail
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: May 31, 2025

Job Description:

Description:At SAIL, we believe in operational excellence powered by smart, curious, and capable people. We're growing fast-and we're looking for a sharp Accounting Assistant who's ready to dig in, own their workflow, and contribute to a disciplined and high-performing team. Reports to Senior Accountant. This role is perfect for someone who loves clean ledgers, smooth closes, and solving small problems before they become big ones.What You'll Do:Code all Accounts Payable across the portfolio with speed and accuracyProcess Deposit Accounting (security deposit refunds) and ensure entries flow correctly through ledgersDraft and finalize variance comments portfolio-wide with clear, concise languageAssist with determining accruals and reclasses as part of the monthly closeTriage and troubleshoot ledger issues and charge clean-up tasksSupport and help build the internal Elise AI knowledge base with accounting FAQs and SOPsPartner with the accounting team on ad hoc tasks and projects as assignedWhat We're Looking For:Detail-oriented with a strong eye for catching inconsistencies or errorsA self-starter who can figure things out, stay organized, and keep tasks moving without constant directionStrong problem-solving skills and a natural sense of ownership over workAbility to consistently meet deadlines while managing multiple tasksStrong communication skills, especially when clarifying issues or explaining discrepanciesTeam player who works well with others and contributes to a collaborative, solution-focused environmentPrevious experience in property management accounting or Yardi is a plus (but not required)Why SAIL?We're not just a management company-we're a team built on legendary service, operational mastery, and a clear mission to grow with purpose. If you love clarity, ownership, and contributing to a company that values smart execution, SAIL might be your next home.Requirements:Compensation details: 50000-55000 Yearly SalaryPI9edbefc7e719-25660-37771589

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