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Staff Accountant - Accounts Receivable
role at
Linc Housing
This range is provided by Linc Housing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $68,640.00/yr - $78,579.00/yr
POSITION TITLE:
Staff Accountant - Accounts Receivable
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
This is not a remote position.
Preferred Hiring Range:
$68,640 to $78,579
Full Range:
$68,640 to $90,366
Note:
The full pay range is included in this posting to provide transparency and to reflect the potential for future compensation growth within the organization. New hires are placed within the preferred hiring range, based on their qualifications, experience, and alignment with the internal equity of existing staff members. Exceptions are considered only in rare cases where a candidate possesses highly specialized skills or expertise that are difficult to find in the market and are directly aligned with the position description.
Benefits Include
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, with Option to Add Dependents.
401(k) with Match.
Long Term Disability.
Life Insurance
Medical and Dependent Care FSA
Position Summary
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.
Essential Functions
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.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
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.
Nonprofit and Affordable Housing practices and standards, preferred.
Skill Level
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.
Education & Experience A combination of education and related experience may substitute for education requirements.
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).
Experience in Audit, preferred but not required.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed primarily in an office environment under pressure and requires the ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities and demands.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and use a keyboard.
Travel by various modes of private and commercial transportation within the region may be required.
The statements contained in this position description reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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Staff Accountant - Accounts Receivable
role at
Linc Housing
This range is provided by Linc Housing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $68,640.00/yr - $78,579.00/yr
POSITION TITLE:
Staff Accountant - Accounts Receivable
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
This is not a remote position.
Preferred Hiring Range:
$68,640 to $78,579
Full Range:
$68,640 to $90,366
Note:
The full pay range is included in this posting to provide transparency and to reflect the potential for future compensation growth within the organization. New hires are placed within the preferred hiring range, based on their qualifications, experience, and alignment with the internal equity of existing staff members. Exceptions are considered only in rare cases where a candidate possesses highly specialized skills or expertise that are difficult to find in the market and are directly aligned with the position description.
Benefits Include
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, with Option to Add Dependents.
401(k) with Match.
Long Term Disability.
Life Insurance
Medical and Dependent Care FSA
Position Summary
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.
Essential Functions
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.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
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.
Nonprofit and Affordable Housing practices and standards, preferred.
Skill Level
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.
Education & Experience A combination of education and related experience may substitute for education requirements.
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).
Experience in Audit, preferred but not required.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed primarily in an office environment under pressure and requires the ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities and demands.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and use a keyboard.
Travel by various modes of private and commercial transportation within the region may be required.
The statements contained in this position description reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Linc Housing by 2x
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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