Jr AP Accountant

About the role

Placemakr is where home meets hospitality, blending apartment living, vacation rentals, and hotel stays into a single experience. The company partners with developers, property operators, and investors to curate apartment-like spaces in hand-picked neighborhoods. Their tech-enabled buildings create unique guest experiences while adding tremendous value to the underlying real estate. Whether guests are with the company for a night, a year, or somewhere in between, these are more than just spaces to spend the night. As a junior accounts payable accountant, you will support the financial operations that keep these residential spaces running smoothly for both short-term guests and long-term residents. The non-property team members help ensure that property execution remains flawless while supporting the broader platform evolution.

Key facts

What you'll do

Process incoming vendor invoices and verify they match corresponding purchase orders and receiving reports accurately and promptly.

Review and code invoices to the correct general ledger accounts and cost centers before submitting for approval.

Maintain the accounts payable ledger by recording all transactions and ensuring that every entry is posted timely.

Reconcile vendor statements with internal records to identify and resolve any outstanding discrepancies or missing invoices quickly.

Assist with the monthly closing process by accruing expenses and preparing necessary journal entries for the accounting team.

Monitor payment schedules closely to ensure all vendor bills are paid within the agreed-upon terms and strict deadlines.

Prepare and distribute detailed weekly accounts payable reports for management review and financial planning purposes across the company.

Support the procurement team by verifying that new vendor setup documentation is complete and properly filed in the system.

Ensure all accounting documentation is organized and stored securely in strict accordance with company data retention policies and guidelines.

Collaborate with the property team to resolve any billing issues related to building maintenance or daily operational needs.

Coordinate with the finance department to ensure all accounts payable records are reconciled and fully balanced consistently.

Requirements

Possess foundational knowledge of accounting principles and accounts payable processing procedures to ensure accurate daily financial operations.

Demonstrate strong attention to detail when reviewing financial documents and managing numerical data with complete accuracy.

Have the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workloads effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and external vendors regarding invoice processing and payment matters.

Work independently to complete daily accounting tasks while remaining responsive to team requests and answering questions.

Understand basic financial software navigation and be willing to learn new internal systems and processes quickly.

Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive financial information and adhere to all company data security guidelines without exception.

Show a genuine willingness to collaborate with the non-property team to support the evolution of the platform.

Apply critical thinking skills to identify process improvements within the accounts payable workflow and overall documentation standards.

Exhibit a proactive approach to problem-solving and resolving discrepancies between vendor statements and internal financial records daily.

Nice to have

Familiarity with vacation rental or hospitality industry financial operations and recurring billing cycles is highly valuable.

Previous experience working within a remote-first company that utilizes digital collaboration tools and systems regularly.

Exposure to real estate investment or property management accounting software and financial reporting systems is beneficial.

Knowledge of biannual in-person corporate gatherings and the ability to participate in scheduled travel when required.

Experience with global contractor arrangements and understanding of international payment processing nuances is a strong advantage.

Skills & tools

Proficiency in standard office productivity suites and cloud-based document management platforms for efficient daily operations.

Competence with general ledger accounting and accounts payable workflow management systems to track outstanding vendor balances.

Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating effectively with distributed remote teams across different time zones.

Ability to navigate digital workspaces and maintain reliable internet connectivity for consistent and uninterrupted remote work.

Basic understanding of financial reporting and the preparation of internal management accounts for senior leadership review.

Familiarity with data entry and the maintenance of accurate electronic filing systems for easy retrieval.

Comfort with learning new software applications and adapting to evolving financial technologies within a remote work setting.

Practical notes

a global contractor position based in Colombia featuring remote-first work flexibility and autonomy.

You must have consistent access to a dedicated workspace and reliable Wi-Fi to successfully perform daily duties.

The company organizes biannual in-person get-togethers at various locations across the United States for all team members.

Non-property team members support property execution and the ongoing evolution of other platform areas and functions.

Biannual in-person gatherings provide valuable opportunities for remote teams to connect and strengthen their collaborative working relationships.

About the company

At Placemakr, home meets hospitality. We've combined the best of apartment living, vacation rentals, and hotel stays into one experience. We partner with developers, property operators, and investors to curate a collection of apartment-like spaces in hand-picked neighborhoods.