Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Paths is a full-scale, vertically integrated affordable housing developer, builder, and operator. Since 2004, the Paths team has created and preserved high-quality, affordable housing across the U.S. that enhances communities and helps residents build better lives. With over 16,000 units across 13 states under management and more than 600 employees, Paths manages a suite of capabilities spanning the entire property life cycle, including development, construction, property management, maintenance, and security.

Summary/Objective: The Accounts Receivable Specialist manages incoming payments, properly tracking them into the system to maintain accurate accounting records.

Classification: Non-exempt (eligible for overtime)

Location: New York, NY 10022

Hybrid Schedule- Three ()3 days in office and Two (2) days work from home

Essential function/Responsibilities: duties include but are not limited to the following

• Prepare receivable collection report
• Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities
• Maintain electronic accounts receivable customer files and records
• Follow established procedures for processing receipts, cash, etc.
• Prepare bank deposits
• Perform deposit accounting after move-out
• Process adjustments
• Maintain up-to-date billing system
• Special projects and reporting as needed
• Producing monthly financial and management reports
• Assisting in general financial management and analysis

Requirements:

• Must have an Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Finance, Mathematics, Accounting or a related field.
• Must have 2-5 years’ experience in real estate accounting.
• Must possess at least 2 years of accounts receivable specialist experience.
• Prior work experience in an office environment.
• Experience with LIHTC (Experience with Section 8 financed properties a PLUS).
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel. Experience with Yardi software preferred.
• Ability to ensure accuracy in job delivery.
• Ability to properly organize and prioritize tasks, as well as office environment.
• Honest, dependable, punctual and hardworking.
• Must be able to work with a team.
• Excellent follow-up skills.
• Pays close attention to details.
• Able to meet deadlines in a timely fashion.

Pay Range: $30.00 - $33.00

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: 100% of medical benefits paid for employees only
• Voluntary dental and vision plan options
• Bonus Eligible
• 401(K) available plus company match
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Commuter Benefits
• Voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, dependent coverage
• Voluntary accident insurance, critical Illness insurance, and hospital indemnity Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)