Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant
Leslie and Associates, Inc. — Asheville, NC

Location: Asheville, NC (in-office — not remote) · Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Type: Full-time

About the Role

Leslie and Associates is a second-generation property management firm managing residential and commercial units across Buncombe and Henderson counties. We're hiring a Staff Accountant to collaboratively work on day-to-day accounting that keeps our property / owner / tenant operations running smoothly.

This is a hands-on, in-office role at the center of our operation, combining accounts payable, accounts receivable, and front-office support. If you're a detail-driven, dependable accounting professional who likes owning a clear set of recurring responsibilities, this role is for you.

What You'll Do

• Accounts Payable: Process and pay vendor invoices.
• Property Owner Accounting: Prepare and issue monthly owner distributions and supporting statements.
• Accounts Receivable and Tenant Billing: Post daily rent and walk-in payments, apply late fees, resolve NSF/returned items.
• Check Handling: Process daily receipts not paid through the Tenant Portal and prepare bank deposits.
• Security Deposits: Process tenant Security Deposit refunds accurately and within required North Carolina timelines.
• Listing/Advertising Billing: Manage listing-site and advertising billing.
• Year-End: Prepare and issue 1099s for vendors and subcontractors.
• Team Support: Like everyone here, help answer resident and owner calls during business hours — it's part of how we deliver on our service commitment

What We're Looking For

• Two+ years of bookkeeping, AP/AR, or general accounting experience; property management or real estate accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Trust Accounting knowledge strongly preferred.
• Experience with QuickBooks (or comparable accounting software) and at least one property management platform; familiarity with major PM systems such as AppFolio, Buildium, Yardi, or Rent Manager is a plus.
• High accuracy, strong organization, and the integrity and reliability required to handle checks and trust-related transactions every day.
• Professional, friendly phone manner and the ability to juggle multiple recurring deadlines.
• A college degree or Associate's degree in Accounting/Business, or equivalent experience, is preferred (possible flexibility with the right background).
• Reliable in-office attendance, Monday–Friday.

Compensation & Details

• Pay: $55,000–$68,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Benefits: Health insurance, PTO, paid holidays, and additional benefits.
• Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check.
• Leslie and Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To Apply: submit your resume via this listing / email resume to: [email protected] and [email protected]

Pay: $55,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person