Accounts Receivable Specialist - Affordable Housing

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Paths is a full-scale, vertically integrated affordable housing developer, builder, and operator. Previously known as Omni, when founded in 2004, Paths creates and preserves high-quality affordable housing across the U.S. that enhances communities and helps residents build better lives. With over 14,000 units across 13 states under management and more than 500 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); Hybrid Schedule- 3 days in office and 2 days work from home

Location: New York, NY

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.

Salary Range: $60,000-65,000

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)