Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Summary:

The Accounts Receivable Specialist manages incoming payments, properly tracking them into the system to maintain accurate bookkeeping records.

Salary range: $45 - $50,000 commensurate with experience.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
• Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.
• Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
• Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent accountholders to request payment.
• Creates reports regarding the status of customer accounts as requested.
• Research customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Manager and other staff.
• Collaborates with the accounting staff to reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic basis.
• Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
• May be asked to perform Accounts Payable responsibilities as well
• Assists Community Account Managers as needed.
• Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
• Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Experience with TOPS ONE/Enumerate property management software preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
• Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, and copier.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• At least two years of related experience required.