Accounts Receivable Specialist

Paths Management Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

12 Holidays

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Job summary

Paths Management Services is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist in New York, NY. This role manages incoming payments, tracks them in our system, and maintains accurate accounting records.

The position offers a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote) and opportunities in real estate accounting. Responsibilities include preparing receivable reports, monitoring customer accounts for delinquencies, and producing monthly financial and management reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Mathematics, Accounting or related field.
• 2-5 years’ experience in real estate accounting.
• At least 2 years of accounts receivable experience.
• Experience with LIHTC (Section 8 financing experience a plus).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel; Yardi experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare receivable collection report.
• Monitor customer accounts for non-payments, late payments, and irregularities.
• Maintain electronic AR files and records.
• Process adjustments.
• Produce monthly financial and management reports.
• Assist in general financial management and analysis.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Deadline oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Yardi

Job description

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
• Process adjustments
• 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.
• Able to meet deadlines in a timely fashion.

Pay Range: $62,400 - $68,640

• Medical Insurance: 100% of medical benefits paid for employees only
• Voluntary dental and vision plan options
• Bonus Eligible
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, dependent coverage
• Voluntary accident insurance, critical Illness insurance, and hospital indemnity Insurance