Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist
About The Position
NuPath is seeking an organized, detail-oriented Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist to join its finance team in Woburn, Massachusetts. Accounts receivable is the primary focus, complemented by resident-related financial responsibilities and support for other accounting activities. Working closely with the Controller, the specialist contributes to the financial work that supports NuPath’s mission of helping people living with disabilities live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives. The role offers variety and an opportunity to develop nonprofit accounting experience in a mission-driven environment. The position is full-time and hybrid, with a Monday–Friday schedule. It includes occasional local travel to group homes to lead audits of resident personal funds. HUD experience is not required; training and consultant support will be provided.
Requirements
- At least three years of accounts receivable experience, including invoicing, posting cash receipts, and collections; alternatively, two years of experience in these areas with a bachelor’s degree in accounting.
- Comfort communicating by phone and email with guardians, the Social Security Administration, and other third parties to gather documentation, resolve issues, and follow up on financial matters, including outstanding balances.
- Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail.
- Ability to manage priorities and work collaboratively.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
- Experience with month-end close, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Intermediate Excel skills, including pivot tables.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP.
- Nonprofit accounting experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare receivable invoices and record cash receipts.
- Calculate rent for individuals living in group homes and follow up with guardians to obtain required income documentation.
- Manage accounts receivable aging, follow up by email and phone on outstanding rent balances, and recommend improvements to billing and collections.
- Deposit checks through remote capture and make cash deposits at the bank.
- Prepare HUD rent recertifications, including guardian paperwork and income discrepancy reconciliations, and maintain resident files and supporting financial documentation in accordance with HUD requirements.
- Investigate, document, and report on Social Security representative payee matters for residents, including contacting the Social Security Administration to resolve issues and following up as needed.
- Lead audits of resident personal funds at local group homes, requiring occasional local travel.
- Provide financial support to Residential management, resolve resident billing and payment issues, and communicate with staff, families, and guardians.
- Assist with accounts payable activities as needed.
- Support month-end close, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Assist with annual financial audits and the annual Uniform Financial Report filing.
- Follow internal controls and support compliance with agency, state, and federal requirements in assigned financial activities.
- Support improvements in finance efficiency, accuracy, and documentation, including responsible use of AI-enabled tools.
- Support special projects, maintain organized records, and perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 12 paid holidays.
- 15 vacation days in the first year, plus 3 personal days.
- Affordable health and dental insurance plans.
- Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
- Retirement plan.
- Hybrid working schedule.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
