KIMBERLY DECKER
Catskill,NY
Summary
Rental and accounting management professional with solid foundation in overseeing rental operations and property maintenance along with proper management accounting.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Staff Accountant
Firstservice Residential
Various Locations
01.2023 - Current
- Generated comprehensive monthly financial reports to ensure accurate tracking of property performance.
- Evaluated and analyzed accounts receivable activities to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Managed accounts payable operations to guarantee timely and precise invoice processing.
- Conducted thorough reviews of cash activities to ensure accuracy of outstanding checks and reconciliation items.
- Compiled detailed accrual entries and organized backup schedules, focusing on accrued interest, prepaid expenses, and deferred assessments.
- Conducted thorough monthly reviews and reconciliations of balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Analyzed financial data and provided support in the formulation of the annual budget for strategic planning.
- Achieved accurate year-end financial statement closures through effective coding. Streamlined entry of budget spreads into the financial system. Enabled timely preparation of monthly and quarterly reserve contribution payment requests, enhancing accounts payable efficiency.
- Engaged with independent CPAs to address and mitigate audit challenges.
- Achieved timely processing of tax returns and audits by reviewing draft audits prepared by independent CPAs for assigned portfolio. Enhanced efficiency in obtaining signatures by distributing tax returns to managers promptly. Secured compliance with deadlines by managing the mailing of tax returns.
- Oversaw investment monitoring to optimize cash balances and ensure financial stability. Managed cash adequacy assessments to enhance investment performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting operations and improve workflow efficiency.
- Conducted reconciliations of bank statements and general ledger accounts to maintain accurate records.
- Utilized accounting software for data entry, analysis, and reporting, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Supported audits by organizing documentation and providing necessary information to external auditors.
- Identified discrepancies in financial statements, implementing corrective measures to uphold data integrity.
- Trained junior staff on best practices in accounting processes and software usage for improved team performance.
- Reduced discrepancies in account balances by thoroughly reviewing and reconciling general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Gathered, analyzed and reported financial information.
- Continuously improved accounting skills through regular professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.
- Supported smooth transitions during employee onboarding and offboarding by managing relevant financial documentation, ensuring timely completion of necessary paperwork.
Residential Property Manager
Sunshine Rental Properties
Myrtle Beach, SC
10.2011 - 03.2022
- Managed daily operations of residential properties, ensuring tenant satisfaction and property upkeep.
- Oversaw budgeting processes, optimizing expenses while enhancing service quality across multiple properties.
- Developed and implemented leasing strategies to maximize occupancy rates and reduce turnover.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on property management best practices and customer service excellence.
- Coordinated maintenance requests, ensuring timely resolutions and maintaining high standards of property conditions.
- Conducted regular property inspections to identify potential issues and implement proactive solutions.
- Fostered strong relationships with tenants, addressing concerns promptly to enhance community engagement.
- Analyzed market trends to inform pricing strategies and improve competitive positioning within the rental market.
- Oversaw move-in/move-out processes, ensuring smooth transitions for both incoming and outgoing tenants.
- Regularly inspected property grounds to identify potential problems or safety hazards that required immediate attention.
- Maintained detailed records of tenant interactions, lease agreements, and maintenance requests for accurate recordkeeping.
- Improved tenant satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and maintaining open lines of communication.
- Provided excellent customer service to current tenants while attracting new residents through engaging outreach efforts.
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Oversaw management of 375 properties while providing general service to tenants.
- Reduced maintenance costs with efficient scheduling, prioritizing urgent repairs, and coordinating with contractors.
- Coordinated with legal counsel when necessary in handling evictions or other disputes arising from lease violations or non-payment issues.
- Managed budgets effectively, reviewing expenses regularly and negotiating favorable contracts with vendors.
- Streamlined rent collection processes, ensuring timely payments and reducing delinquency rates.
- Enhanced property value by overseeing renovation projects and recommending improvements to common areas.
- Developed strong relationships with local service providers to secure competitive pricing on necessary services and repairs.
- Maximized occupancy rates by implementing effective marketing strategies and conducting property tours for potential residents.
- Collaborated with leasing agents to maintain up-to-date knowledge of available units and market trends affecting rental rates.
- Educated potential tenants on community policies and expectations to ensure a cohesive living environment for all residents.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Monitored timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with landlord and resident statutes.
- Introduced prospective tenants to types of units available and performed tours of premises.
- Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
- Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
- Monitored tenant behavior and implemented corrective action to maintain order in assigned properties.
- Coordinated with legal counsel to resolve tenant disputes.
- Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
- Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
- Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
- Collected and maintained careful records of rental payments and payment dates.
- Conducted regular inspections of both interior and exterior of properties for damage.
- Maximized rental income while minimizing expenses through effective planning and control.
- Developed annual operating budgets and forecasts, as well as sales and marketing plans.
- Monitored and tracked payments and expenses, providing timely and accurate financial reports.
Office Administrative Assistant
Romeo Auto Group
Kingston, NY
06.2008 - 05.2011
- Managed daily office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and timely communication among departments.
- Coordinated appointments and meetings, optimizing schedules for executives and staff.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, enhancing document retrieval efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined administrative tasks and reduced turnaround times.
- Oversaw inventory management of office supplies, ensuring availability while minimizing costs.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Expedited invoice processing, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions in the accounting system.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with diligent task prioritization, delegation, and followup.
- Safeguarded company information by maintaining strict confidentiality in handling sensitive documents and records.
- Reduced errors in documentation by meticulously proofreading and editing written materials.
- Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient filing and organizational systems.
- Managed daily accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Processed invoices and expense reports in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Coordinated communication between accounting and other departments to streamline workflow.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting
Columbia Greene Community College
Greenport, NYAssociate of Science - Accounting
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SCSkills
- Bank reconciliation
- Accounts receivable
- Financial statement review
- Accounts payable
- General ledger accounting
- General ledger management
- Cash flow management
- Audit support
- Recordkeeping
- Fixed asset management
Timeline
Senior Staff Accountant
Firstservice Residential
01.2023 - Current
Residential Property Manager
Sunshine Rental Properties
10.2011 - 03.2022
Office Administrative Assistant
Romeo Auto Group
06.2008 - 05.2011
Associate of Science - Accounting
Columbia Greene Community College
Associate of Science - Accounting
Coastal Carolina University