Accounts Receivable Specialist - Schlegel Urban Developments

Schlegel Villages

  • Kitchener, ON
  • $50,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Description :Schlegel Urban DevelopmentsSchlegel Urban Developments Corp. is a mid-sized Kitchener based real estate development and management company. The company is recognized for it’s master planned residential subdivision projects and unique commercial developments, the most prominent being the mixed-use Williamsburg Town Centre and Wallaceton Marketplace, the Bauer Marketplace in Waterloo and the St. Jacobs Market District, home to Canada’s largest year-round indoor/outdoor farmers’ market and the new Stockyards brewery and restaurant.A family-owned business, Schlegel Urban Developments is a hands on organization with a committed and talented team. We are looking for that right individual who is looking to combine their passion for accounting with an interest for real estate, development and property management to join our growing and highly effective accounting team.Accounts Receivable SpecialistReporting directly to the Finance Manager and Controller, the Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for the following:
  • Maintain tenant files (set up new tenants, update lease terms in accounting system and move ins/outs)
  • Post monthly tenant billings
  • Accurately record tenant and other deposits and apply to tenant ledgers
  • Manage receivables by sending out tenant statements and following-up with outstanding balances
  • Ensure tenant recoveries accurately captured and charged back/invoiced (utilities etc.)
  • Prepare invoicing for other receivables
  • Set tenants up with pre-authorized debit payment plans
  • Prepare monthly credit card reconciliation
  • Prepare rent schedules for new tenants and annual changes
  • Prepare various accounting reports and analysis as required
  • Support property management staff in financial accounting matters
  • Support month end procedures including reconciling misc deposits, daily sales transactions from Market District
  • Record bank charges, NSF fees, bank transfers in accounting system
  • Assist tenants in utility changeover process to ensure timely transitions
  • Act as a liaison between tenants and management to answer questions and provide excellent service
Experience and Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in an accounting or receivables role
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
  • Experience with Yardi products an asset, but not required, on-site training will be available
  • Property management experience an asset
  • Independent self-starter that enjoys a hands-on small team environment
  • Excels at demonstrating detail and achieving accuracy while adhering to deadlines on a consistent basis
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills, including tact, diplomacy and
  • judgement to problem solve independently and in collaboration with other team members
Schedule
  • Minimum 4 days in office
Salary
  • $50,000
To apply please send resume and cover letter to:We thank all interested candidates, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.How Schlegel Urban Developments supports our Team Members:
  • Benefits
  • Company-matched RRSP contributions
  • Free & confidential access to our Employee Family Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation
Schlegel Urban Developments is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with the hiring leader.#schlegeljobs

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