AR Specialist

Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist - Real Estate Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 Why This Opportunity Stands Out: • Join a well-established real estate company with a strong track record and supportive leadership team • The AR Specialist will play a key role in tenant billing, rent collection, and maintaining accurate financial records • Collaborative, team-oriented environment where your ideas for process improvements are encouraged • Exposure to property-level and portfolio-level accounting in a stable and growing industry • Competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off • Convenient Chicago location with access to public transit and local amenities Key Responsibilities for the AR Specialist: • Generate and distribute monthly tenant rent invoices in accordance with lease agreements • Monitor tenant accounts, follow up on past-due balances, and manage collections activity • As an AR Specialist, you'll post and apply tenant payments (checks, ACH, wire) and reconcile AR accounts in systems such as Yardi, MRI, or AppFolio • Maintain accurate records of tenant balances, deposits, and charges • Collaborate with property management to resolve billing disputes and tenant inquiries • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, preparing AR reports and supporting reconciliations • Generate AR aging reports and provide analysis to management • Support internal and external audit requests with documentation and explanations Qualifications for the AR Specialist: • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred) • 2+ years of AR experience, ideally within real estate or property management • Familiarity with lease agreements and tenant billing practices • Proficiency in Yardi, MRI, AppFolio, or similar accounting software • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities • Excellent communication skills and customer service mindset This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Specialist with a real estate background to join a stable, growth-oriented company and contribute to a high-performing finance team. $55,000 - $65,000 #INSEP2025 #ZRCFS #LI-AH1

Created: 2025-09-25