Staff Accountant - Accounts Receivable

LINC HOUSING CORPORATION•Long Beach, CA

16d•$68,640 - $78,579•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Corporate Controller and Accounting Manager, the Accounts Receivable (AR) Staff Accountant will be responsible for managing the company’s billing, cash applications, collections, and related financial reporting. This role will also support the development and implementation of strategies to optimize accounts receivable processes, improve cash flow, and strengthen internal controls.

Requirements

Knowledge of: GAAP accounting and Internal Controls.
Accounts receivable processes, billing, collections, and cash applications.
General Ledger functions and reconciliations.
Revenue recognition and aging schedules.
Real Estate accounting practices and standards.
Compliance, tax, audit, and financial reporting practices.
Bank Reconciliations
Time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present complex financial data in a clear and concise manner.
Strong background in financial management, reconciliations, and general accounting.
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Proficient in the use of personal computers and ERP/Accounting Systems (e.g., Yardi Voyager, MRI, Oracle, etc.)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., Pivot tables, VLOOKUP/HLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, financial modeling formula, etc.)
Superior writing and communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other department heads, investors, and other business stakeholders.
Ability to: Process high-volume transactions with accuracy and efficiency
Research, analyze, and resolve variances in accounts receivable and general ledger balances.
Collaborate effectively within a team and interact with various stakeholders across the organizations.
Set and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic and growing environment.
Correlate and reconcile multiple sets of books when analyzing specific transactions and account balances.
Work independently while also contributing as a team player.
BA in Accounting or Finance is required.
Experience in General Accounting is required.
3+ years’ experience in Accounts Receivable role.
3+ years’ experience in Real Estate accounting (Affordable Housing preferred but not required)

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit and Affordable Housing practices and standards, preferred.
Experience in Audit, preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate invoices and timely billing.
Timely deposit of all checks received.
Timely recording of deposits and other bank transactions.
Accurate application of cash collections to the appropriate accounts.
Perform monthly fee reconciliations between Parent and subsidiaries accounts.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to billing, cash application, and collections.
Generate and Analyze AR aging reports with relevant comments for financial and management reporting.
Proactively follow up on all past-due balances.
Perform weekly reconciliation of disbursement/reimbursement related to Predevelopment, Construction, and stable property advances.
Maintain accurate and organized records of all AR transactions.
Collaborate with internal and external teams (e.g. Asset Management Department or Property Management) to ensure accuracy and efficiency of receivables.
Assist with month-end and year-end reporting.
Support audit and tax return preparation.
Ensure compliance with internal policies, financial regulations, and industry standards.
Recommend and help implement process improvement to optimize AR efficiency and internal controls.
Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed.