Rita Cobbs
Las Vegas
Summary
Approachable and analytical, possessing deep understanding of financial principles and budgeting. Proficient in managing accounts payable and receivable, as well as financial reporting. Ready to contribute to organizational success through efficient financial coordination and problem-solving. Overall, 25 years experience in Property and Real Estate Management.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable
Nevada Restaurant Services
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
- Enabled informed decision-making for management through regular reporting on accounts payable metrics.
- Streamlined accounts payable and receivable processes to improve efficiency, resulting in faster processing times.
- Streamlined invoice processing, reducing errors and improving accounts payable efficiency.
- Enhanced accuracy in financial statements by reconciling accounts payable transactions weekly.
- Ensured timely bill payments by managing accounts payable, reviewing invoices, and processing transactions.
HOA Coordinator II
AMH (American Homes 4 Rent)
08.2017 - 06.2023
- HOA Coordinator II for Escalations Dept addressing escalated violations and assessment cases from legal dept, collection agencies, intent to lien, liens and foreclosures
- Dispute violation fines and fee charges, negotiate waiver reductions with HOAs and municipalities
- Work alongside Resident Evictions, Maintenance, Vendors and Escrow departments when needed
- Create work orders to resolve HOA and City Code violations and hearings
- Process weekly check requests for payables as well as certified fundings when required
- Performed annual assessment audits to properly reconcile property accounts within assigned markets
- Set up properties and HOA accounts upon property purchases
- Interact with HOA and tenant to resolve violations issues
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
Property Manager
Birtcher Anderson Realty/Caritas Corporation
09.2011 - 10.2016
- Property Manager of two multi-family low income mobile home parks
- Oversaw both office and maintenance departments, collection of monthly space rentals and other income, prepared monthly statements with utilities, re-reads of all meters
- Performed monthly lot inspections of homes to adhere to Park Rules and Regulations
- Managed several on-site projects including clubhouse and laundry room renovation, paving of roads and driveways, repairs and installation of lighting throughout Park
- Delivery of resident notices including 7 Days and 3 & 60 notices, resident maintenance and activities
- Provided owner's monthly reports as needed including weekly delinquency report
- Attended several WMA seminars on a monthly and quarterly basis
- Performed lien sales of lost and/or abandoned mobile homes either by direct sale or through escrow closings
- Assisted in home sales of private homeowners as well
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
Senior Manager of 2 Multifamily
JIK Properties
02.2010 - 07.2011
- Performance of daily operations of properties
- Later transferred to another community of 420 units to assist in occupancy and income increase
- Performed weekly marketing reports, delinquencies, payroll, maintenance and accounts payable
- Assist in maintenance division with scheduling of vendors for make readies and ordering of supplies
- Supervision of 40 to 45 employees within all properties and utilized Yardi software system
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Conducted performance evaluations, compensations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
Property Manager/Executive Director
Greystar/Mandemar Properties/Integral Senior Living
12.2007 - 01.2010
- Oversaw daily leasing activities, maintenance repairs and services, kitchen and wait staff and directed monthly resident activities
- Provided weekly and monthly reports to Regional Manager as needed and performed marketing ideas on a weekly and monthly basis
- Portfolio went under new receivership and new companies took over management
- Prior managed and assisted in several other Greystar properties located in both Nevada and California
Property Manager
Boulders, LLC
11.2002 - 09.2007
- Property Manager for 388 units conventional property
- Daily processing of Rent Roll System, A/R & A/P, leasing activities and maintenance upkeep
- Daily reporting of occupancy and rents, monthly reporting variances and marketing analysis to owners
- Property underwent condo conversion
- Assisted in tasks with project managers and vendors
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
- Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
Property Management Specialist
AIMCO
10.1998 - 10.2002
- Snug Harbor Apartments - Managing of 64 units conventional plus 3 commercial properties with a high occupancy level of 98% and low turn over expenses
- Prepared daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly financial reports
- Awarded 2nd quarter CNOI for meeting quarterly financial budget
- Lighthouse Apartments - Managing of 240 units conventional property with a low occupancy of 79% but increased to 96% within a two-month period by utilizing all aspects of marketing techniques
- Coral Garden Apartments - Assisted in managing of 670 conventional property, which accepted Section Housing Assistance
- Summerhill Apartments - Managed 221 unit Section 42 Tax Credit Property
- Processed qualifications and maintained certification compliance with State of Nevada Housing and Dev
- For Section 42 Low Housing Program
- Liaison between other AIMCO properties when required
- Managed accounts payable/receivable, processed daily invoicing, conducted financial reports on a monthly and quarterly basis, daily operations and/or compliance audits to maintain accurate files, continual supervision and training of staff personnel, processed resident dispositions, assessed damage report by quarterly property inspections, maintained monthly delinquency and collections goal and resident retention programs
- Processed eviction procedures when necessary and established assigned tasks to staff and goal settings to meet company benchmarks
Education
High School - Business Admin/General Accounting
Rosamond High School
Rosamond, CAReal Estate -
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CAKaplan Real Estate School -
Kaplan Real Estate School
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Property Management
- Financial Account Reconciliation
- LIHTC
- Knowledge of Fair Housing Regulations
- Document Creation
- Microsoft Outlook
- Operational Oversight
- Market Research
- Event Coordination
- Property Management Expertise
- General Ledger Accounting
- Accounts payable and receivable
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Accounts Payable
Nevada Restaurant Services
11.2023 - 03.2025
HOA Coordinator II
AMH (American Homes 4 Rent)
08.2017 - 06.2023
Property Manager
Birtcher Anderson Realty/Caritas Corporation
09.2011 - 10.2016
Senior Manager of 2 Multifamily
JIK Properties
02.2010 - 07.2011
Property Manager/Executive Director
Greystar/Mandemar Properties/Integral Senior Living
12.2007 - 01.2010
Property Manager
Boulders, LLC
11.2002 - 09.2007
Property Management Specialist
AIMCO
10.1998 - 10.2002
Real Estate -
Antelope Valley College
Kaplan Real Estate School -
Kaplan Real Estate School
High School - Business Admin/General Accounting
Rosamond High School
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