Accounts Receivable Specialist

Real Hires LLC; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Real Hires LLC is seeking an organized Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage tenant accounts and support property management operations. You will ensure accurate posting of charges and payments, maintain ledgers, and respond to tenant inquiries with professionalism.

Ideal candidates have real estate accounts receivable experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with internal teams.

Qualifications

• Real estate accounts receivable experience required.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial records.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tenant accounts.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Clear communication with tenants and internal teams; bilingual Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage tenant accounts and day-to-day accounts receivable transactions.
• Post charges and payments to keep ledgers accurate.
• Maintain and update tenant account information for accessibility.
• Respond to tenant questions about payments and balances with professionalism.
• Process lease renewals and related fees accurately and on time.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding balances to support timely collections.
• Coordinate with departments to resolve account discrepancies.

Skills

AR experience in real estate

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent working

Communication and customer service

Spanish-speaking ability

Job description

Keep Tenant Accounts Accurate. Keep Property Operations Running Smoothly.

We’re looking for an organized and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to help keep our property management operations running smoothly.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of tenant accounts, ensure payments and charges are recorded accurately, monitor outstanding balances, and support lease renewals. Your work will help maintain accurate financial records, resolve account issues, and ensure tenants receive timely and professional support.

If you have experience in real estate accounts receivable or property management, take pride in accuracy, and can manage your responsibilities independently, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Manage Tenant Accounts: Oversee tenant accounts and day-to-day accounts receivable transactions to ensure records remain accurate and up to date.
• Maintain Accurate Ledgers: Post tenant charges, payments, and other transactions correctly to maintain reliable account balances.
• Keep Records Organized: Maintain and update tenant account information to ensure financial records are complete and accessible.
• Support Tenant Communication: Respond to tenant questions about payments, account balances, and related concerns with professionalism and attention to detail.
• Process Lease Renewals: Handle lease renewals and associated fees, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and on time.
• Monitor Outstanding Balances: Review unpaid balances and follow up as needed to support timely collections and keep accounts current.
• Resolve Account Issues: Coordinate with relevant departments to investigate discrepancies, resolve account concerns, and maintain smooth property management operations.

What You’ll Bring

• Real estate accounts receivable experience: Previous experience managing accounts receivable within the real estate or property management industry is required.
• Strong attention to detail: You can process transactions accurately, maintain reliable financial records, and catch discrepancies before they become bigger issues.
• Excellent organizational skills: You’re comfortable managing multiple tenant accounts, tracking outstanding balances, and keeping records up to date.
• A proactive mindset: You take initiative, follow through on tasks, and work to resolve account issues without waiting to be prompted.
• A strong work ethic: You’re dependable, accountable, and committed to completing your responsibilities accurately and on time.
• Independent working ability: You can manage your workload, prioritize tasks, and stay productive with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and customer service skills: You can communicate clearly and professionally with tenants and internal teams.
• Spanish-speaking ability is a plus: The ability to communicate in Spanish is an advantage when assisting Spanish-speaking tenants.

Why This Role Matters

Accurate accounts receivable management is essential to successful property operations. Your work will help ensure tenant accounts are properly maintained, payments are tracked, outstanding balances receive appropriate follow-up, and lease renewals are processed smoothly.

You’ll play an important role in keeping financial records organized, supporting positive tenant relationships, and helping the property management team operate efficiently.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re experienced in real estate accounts receivable, enjoy keeping financial records organized, and take pride in getting the details right, we’d love to hear from you!