AR Specialist

Ledgent; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support the Accounting team under the Director of Accounting Operations. The role emphasizes collections, reconciliations, and accurate invoicing, with strong attention to detail and a service mindset for clients.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years AR experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and familiarity with Yardi or similar property management software.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Accounts Receivable experience.
• Strong understanding of AR processes, collections, and reconciliations.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and office administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Excellent organizational skills with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Customer Service

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

Yardi

Avid Property Management Software

Job description

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.

Desired Skills and Experience

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Position 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.