Accounting & Utilities Specialist

JSM Living•Champaign, IL

7d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves managing utility accounts for residential and commercial properties, handling accounting and utility inquiries, and resolving billing and account issues. The specialist will also review utility charges, maintain tracking and reporting, process invoices, and support accounts payable activities. This is an in-office position based in Champaign, IL.

Requirements

Associate degree in Accounting, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
2 years of accounting, accounts payable, or related experience
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to stay organized while managing a high volume of emails, requests, and transactions
Ability to manage multiple tasks, especially during busy and seasonal periods
Comfortable working with spreadsheets and accounting systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and bookkeeping/accounting systems

Responsibilities

Manage utility accounts for residential and commercial properties, including service starts, stops, and account changes
Monitor accounting, AP, and utility inboxes and respond to questions from residents, vendors, and internal teams
Work with residents and utility providers to resolve billing, service, and account issues
Review utility charges, identify discrepancies, and coordinate corrections as needed
Maintain utility tracking and reporting related to account changes, resident turnover, projects, and seasonal activity
Process invoices and support day-to-day accounts payable activities
Prepare checks, assist with ACH payments, and review checks through Positive Pay
Maintain accurate accounting and utility records and assist with other department needs as needed