Utility Auditor
Job Summary
Job Description
Entrata is seeking a self-motivated and critical-thinking Utility Auditor to join their team in Pune, India, or remotely. This role involves ensuring meticulous accounts payable practices for utility billing by auditing consumption data and billing statements. Responsibilities include applying accounting principles, identifying anomalies, resolving discrepancies with utility providers, collaborating with internal teams, and generating reports on utility usage and costs. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication in English, with a focus on maintaining accuracy and compliance in utility management.
Must have:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or auditing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
Good to have:
- Experience in property management or real estate
- Familiarity with utility billing systems
- Knowledge of utility industry standards and regulations
- Basic SQL query understanding for data collection
Perks:
- Opportunity to refine living experiences
- Embrace boldness and resilience
- Prioritize different perspectives
- Craft a better world to live in
- Inclusive and discrimination-free workplace
- Equal employment opportunity
10 skills required
Job Details
Since its inception in 2003, driven by visionary college students transforming online rent payment, Entrata has evolved into a global leader serving property owners, managers, and residents. Honored with prestigious awards like the Utah Business Fast 50, Silicon Slopes Hall of Fame - Software Company - 2022, Women Tech Council Shatter List, our comprehensive software suite spans rent payments, insurance, leasing, maintenance, marketing, and communication tools, reshaping property management worldwide.
Our 2200+ global team members embody intelligence and adaptability, engaging actively from top executives to part-time employees. With offices across Utah, Texas, India, Israel, and the Netherlands, Entrata blends startup innovation with established stability, evident in our transparent communication values and executive town halls. Our product isn't just desirable; it's industry essential. At Entrata, we passionately refine living experiences, uphold collective excellence, embrace boldness and resilience, and prioritize different perspectives, endeavoring to craft a better world to live in.
Introduction
Looking for a self-motivated, critical thinker with a passion for accounting and problem-solving. Entrata Software is seeking a dynamic Utility Auditor to join our team in Pune, India/Remote. In this role, you will be at the forefront of ensuring meticulous accounts payable practices for utility billing, utilizing your sharp analytical skills and accounting expertise. Your proactive approach to identifying discrepancies, collaborating with utility providers, and adhering to industry standards will play a pivotal role in upholding accuracy and excellence in our utility management solutions.
Responsibilities will include
- Accounting/Financial Knowledge: Apply your in-depth understanding of accounting principles to meticulously audit utility consumption data and billing statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Critical Thinking: Employ sharp critical thinking skills to identify anomalies, discrepancies, and potential errors in utility billing records and data.
- Problem-Solving: Be a proactive problem solver, investigating and resolving billing discrepancies and consumption data anomalies swiftly and effectively.
- Self-Starter: Take ownership of the utility auditing process, independently initiating audits, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing process enhancements.
- Accounts Payable Practices: Play a key role in meticulous accounts payable practices by validating utility billing information, tracking invoices, and ensuring timely and accurate processing.
- Utility Provider Collaboration: Interact and collaborate with utility providers to validate billing data, resolve discrepancies, and maintain positive relationships.
- Data Analysis: Utilize your data analysis skills to generate comprehensive reports and actionable insights regarding utility usage, costs, and trends.
- Collaborative Communication: Engage in effective communication with utility providers, and internal stakeholders, addressing inquiries and concerns with clarity and professionalism.
- Regulatory Compliance: Stay at the forefront of utility regulations and compliance, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.
- Innovative Approaches: Contribute your innovative mindset to the development and improvement of utility auditing procedures, continuously optimizing processes.
- Training and Knowledge Sharing: Participate in training sessions and knowledge-sharing activities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, auditing, or related roles, showcasing your attention to detail and accounting proficiency.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools, harnessing data for accurate audits and insightful reporting.
- Excellent Communication Skills (English Language) both written and verbal. Ability to connect with people across departments.
- Demonstrated ability in critical thinking and problem-solving, evident through your track record of resolving complex discrepancies.
- Proven ability to take initiative, work independently, and drive projects forward with minimal supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
- Property Management Insight: Previous experience in the property management or real estate industry, offering familiarity with industry-specific utility practices.
- Utility Billing Software Knowledge: Familiarity with utility billing systems and software, enabling efficient data management and analysis.
- Utility Industry Standards: Knowledge of utility industry standards and best practices, ensuring accurate and compliant utility billing practices.
- Regulatory Familiarity: Familiarity with utility regulations and compliance, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.
- Invoice Interpretation: Ability to interpret utility invoices and contracts, applying your analytical skills to ensure precision.
- Basic understanding of SQL queries limited to data collection.
Note:
This role requires working night shifts to accommodate the time zone difference with clients based in the United States. Exceptional English-speaking skills are essential to effectively communicate with clients and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction. Additionally, the requirements for relevant experience are elevated, with a preference for candidates with 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
Members of the Entrata team aren’t just intelligent and ambitious, they’re the living embodiment of another core Value: “Excellent Alone, Better Together.” Entrata is dedicated to creating a workplace where a diverse and inclusive team thrives in an environment free from discrimination. We provide equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
It’s a great place to work! Will you join us?
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