Financial Coordinator Brookline 40 hour

Hebrew SeniorLife; Brookline (MA); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Hebrew SeniorLife in Brookline, MA is seeking a Financial Coordinator I to handle day-to-day accounting for assigned senior housing communities, delivering resident-focused service and maintaining accurate financial records.

The role covers accounts payable and receivable, month-end close assistance, reconciliations, and supporting financial reporting within nonprofit housing accounting, while emphasizing Excel proficiency and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• 0–3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable batches and monitor invoices.
• Review tenant receivables and assist with rent collection.
• Assist with subsidy receivable reconciliations and month-end close.
• Prepare account reconciliations and assist with audits.
• Respond to routine accounting questions and collaborate with Property Management.

Skills

Excel skills

Detail-oriented

Deadline prioritization

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Financial Coordinator I is responsible for performing day-to-day accounting functions for assigned senior housing communities while providing exceptional customer service to residents and supporting the overall financial operations of the community. This position performs accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, assists with month-end close, prepares account reconciliations, and supports financial reporting while developing a strong foundation in nonprofit and affordable housing accounting.

A key responsibility of this role is serving as a primary financial resource for residents by responding to questions regarding account balances, payment activity, billing, and other financial matters with professionalism, empathy, and respect. The Financial Coordinator I is committed to delivering responsive, resident-focused service, helping to ensure residents receive timely assistance and a positive customer experience while maintaining accurate financial records.

Primary Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Review invoices for proper coding
• Process AP batches
• Research vendor inquiries
• Monitor outstanding invoices
• Complete the bi-weekly check run

Accounts Receivable

• Review tenant receivables and work with the Property Management team to collect outstanding rent payments
• Assist with subsidy receivable reconciliations
• Monitor aging reports
• Run monthly billing
• Apply Rent payments using an ACH system and apply checks

Compliance

• Maintain supporting documentation
• Follow internal controls
• Assist with audit requests

Collaboration

• Work with Property Management
• Respond to routine accounting questions
• Participate in department meetings

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 0–3 years of accounting experience
• Strong Excel skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines
• Excellent communication skills

Remote Type:

Hybrid

Salary Range:

$22.34 - $31.27