Assistant Property Manager, Multifamily

Assistant Property Manager

Job Title: Assistant Property Manager

Division: Multifamily

Status: Non-Exempt

About the Role

The Assistant Property Manager supports the Property Manager in overseeing the day-to-day financial, operational, and administrative functions of a multi-family residential community. This role plays a key role in resident relations, rent collection, leasing support, financial reporting, and property operations to ensure the overall success and smooth running of the property.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect and post rent, fees, and other payments; manage delinquencies and implement collection procedures.
• Prepare daily bank deposits, reconcile bank accounts, and complete financial reporting tasks.
• Process accounts payable and vendor invoices; ensure proper coding, approvals, and reconciliation.
• Assist with month-end close-out procedures, general ledger postings, and security deposit accounting.
• Assist in leasing efforts including showing units, processing applications, and executing lease agreements.
• Support lease renewal programs and educate new and prospective residents on community policies.
• Shop competitive properties regularly to maintain market awareness.
• Respond promptly and professionally to resident complaints, service requests, and inquiries.
• Promote resident satisfaction and retention through excellent customer service and proactive communication.
• Circulate community notices and correspondence on a weekly, monthly, or as-needed basis.
• Use property management software (e.g., Yardi, OneSite, or MRI) for transaction entry, record keeping, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, lease agreements, legal requirements, and fair housing laws.
• Assist with resident move-ins and move-outs, including lease term reviews, fee application, and disposition processing.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to ensure timely unit turns and service requests.
• Act as on-site supervisor in the absence of the Property Manager.
• Assist in training and supervising property staff, delegating tasks as appropriate.
• Maintain open communication with ownership/management and provide community performance updates as needed.

Additional duties or job functions that can be performed safely may be required as deemed necessary by Harbor Group Management Company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of experience in multifamily property management.
• Strong understanding of lease agreements, rent collection, and lease enforcement procedures.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Property Management software experience is a must.
• Comfortable with G/L postings, SODA (Security Deposit Accounting), and financial reconciliations.
• Proficiency in social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.) is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be customer-service oriented with the ability to interact professionally with residents and vendors.
• Valid driver's license required (for operating golf carts if applicable).

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