AR Specialist

Ledgent Finance & Accounting; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support the accounting team. You will manage collections, resolve client AR issues, and ensure accurate billing and posting to the GL.

The role requires 3–5 years of AR experience, strong reconciliations, and proficiency with Excel, Outlook, and Word. Experience with Yardi or Avid PM is preferred; excellent communication and customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of Accounts Receivable experience.
• Strong AR, collections, and account reconciliation knowledge.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Experience with Yardi and Avid Property Management Software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the billing system to ensure accurate customer account information.
• Perform collections activities, including payment follow-up and allocation of customer payments.
• Execute billing, collection, and reporting processes by established deadlines.
• Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.
• Monitor customer accounts for unpaid balances and late payments.
• Maintain organized accounts receivable records and customer files.
• Process receipts, cash transactions, and other payment-related activities.

Skills

AR processes

Account reconciliation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Accounts Receivable SpecialistPosition Overview

The Accounts Receivable Specialist plays a key role in supporting the Accounting team and reports directly to the Director of Accounting Operations. This position is responsible for managing collections activities, resolving client accounts receivable issues, reconciling sub-ledgers to the general ledger, and generating invoices. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to maintaining accurate financial records while delivering exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the billing system to ensure accurate customer account information.
• Perform collections activities, including payment follow-up and allocation of customer payments.
• Execute billing, collection, and reporting processes in accordance with established deadlines.
• Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.
• Monitor customer accounts for unpaid balances, delayed payments, and other irregularities.
• Maintain organized and accurate accounts receivable records and customer files.
• Process receipts, cash transactions, and other payment-related activities according to company procedures.
• Prepare and reconcile bank deposits.
• Research, investigate, and resolve customer billing inquiries and account discrepancies.
• Process account adjustments, credits, and corrections as needed.
• Support collection efforts by implementing and maintaining effective recovery processes.
• Communicate professionally with customers via phone, email, mail, and in-person interactions.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of Accounts Receivable experience.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes, collections, and account reconciliation.
• Knowledge of general bookkeeping principles and office administration procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with Yardi and Avid Property Management Software.
• High-volume data entry experience.
• Experience working in a fast-paced accounting or property management environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status.

We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.