Accountant (Receivable) – Finance

Jericho-Project; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Jericho Project in Manhattan seeks a Finance Accountant for Receivables to ensure rent deposits are made, tenants are properly set up in the property management software (PMS), and receivables reconcile to the general ledger. The role also supports rent subsidy reconciliation with City records and monthly rent invoice mailings.

This non-exempt position reports to the Senior Accountant, with a compensation range of $55,000.00 to $60,000.00 annualized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college.
• 0–2 years of relevant accounting work.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Fund EZ experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record and process weekly rent deposits and tenant payments in the PMS.
• Reconcile receivables balances by property in the PMS to the general ledger.
• Reconcile lease amounts charged to tenants with City records monthly.
• Assist with rent invoice printing and mailing on a monthly basis.
• Create reports on collections, receivable aging, and vacancies.
• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable and Grant accounting as needed.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Fund EZ

MS Office Suite

Job description

About Jericho Project

Jericho Project is a nationally recognized nonprofit that has been working to end homelessness at its roots since 1983. What began as a Manhattan soup kitchen has grown into a citywide organization serving nearly 3,000 New Yorkers each year—including over 700 veterans, as well as young adults and families, many of whom identify as LGBTQ+.

Jericho provides more than 600 units of supportive housing through seven permanent residences in the Bronx and Harlem, along with scattered-site apartments throughout New York City. Our housing-first model is paired with wraparound services delivered by skilled case managers, licensed mental health clinicians, and workforce development specialists. Together, these services support our four pillars of stability: housing, employment, wellness, and family.

In 2024, Jericho facilitated over 570 housing placements, helped secure nearly 275 job placements, and delivered over 750 therapy sessions through our in-house Jericho Therapy Program. As we move toward expanding our reach by an additional 2,000 units of housing, we remain committed to helping individuals and families build lasting independence and well-being—one person, one home, and one community at a time.

About the Position

The Finance Accountant for Receivables will have primary, day to day, responsibilities working with various operations staff to assure rent deposits are made, tenants are properly set up in the property management software (PMS), the receivables in the PMS reconcile to the general ledger, the rent subsidy in the property management software reconciles to the City records, and tenant rent responsibility for third party leases is properly calculated. On monthly bases assist with rent invoice mailings. In addition, this position will provide backup for the Accounts Payable area and the Grant accounting area.

Position: Accountant (Receivable)
Location: Manhattan
Reports To: Senior Accountant
Status: Non-Exempt
Compensation: $55,000.00 to $60,000.00 annualized

Responsibilities

• Assure that weekly rent deposits are made by working with the Operations team and making remote check deposits from the Finance office.
• Record the individual payments, made by tenants, in the property management software.
• On a monthly basis reconcile the receivable balances, by property, in the PMS to the general ledger.
• On monthly basis reconcile the lease amounts charged to a tenant to the City's records.
• On a monthly basis assist with the printing and mailing of rent invoices.
• Create reports related to collections, receivable aging, and vacancies.
• Assist the AP area as needed.
• Assist the Grant accounting area as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college required.
• Zero to 2 years of relevant accounting work.
• Demonstrated excellent written and communication skills.
• Demonstrated use of accounting software - Fund EZ experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Strong engagement and interpersonal skills.

ADA Specifications

This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to travel to various sites. One must possess the ability to speak, hear, see, and write as well as the ability to use a computer and related software programs. Local and/or national travel required and may require some longer weekday/weekend commitments to accomplish related business projects or meet deliverables.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel welcome and valued. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and its essential functions. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be assigned to the staff member. The specific duties and responsibilities of the position may change from time to time, as determined by the needs of the organization. The staff member must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.