Accounts Receivable Associate

Description Accounts Receivable Associate   FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.    Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, career training, and support for continued professional development.   The Accounts Receivable Associate – Receipts is responsible for processing and depositing cheques, cash, and electronic payments, including Post-Dated Cheques (PDCs) and Pre[1]Authorized Debit (PAD) forms. The role also involves handling NSF transactions, managing closing documents, and supporting data entry to maintain accurate owner records. Attention to detail and proficiency in computer applications are essential, as is the ability to efficiently manage a high volume of payments. Strong verbal and written communication skills are also required. Duties & Responsibilities  The Accounts Receivable Clerk – Receipts will be highly motivated self-starter who will be responsible for entering payment data into the accounting systems: • Accurately handle and process all incoming cheques, ensuring they are correctly recorded and deposited • Track, record, and process Post-Dated Cheques (PDCs), ensuring timely updates to the relevant property and homeowner accounts • Enter cash and cheque charges based on income reports received from onsite teams, ensuring accurate and timely posting of payment details • Process Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD) forms, ensuring all entries are completed accurately and within deadlines • Post Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) transactions and send appropriate notification letters to clients, following up as needed • Compile and finalize closing documents, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed and filed correctly The successful candidate works well with Supervisors, Managers, Colleagues, and Clients by: • Being well organized, resourceful and being able to meet deadlines • Possessing excellent analytical skills and having a keen eye for details The role will be well suited for professionals who are detail oriented and can process a large volume of data with high accuracy.   Education & Experience  High school diploma or equivalency preferred. College level courses in accounting • One (1) to three (3) years of Accounts Receivable, Collection experience preferred. • MS Office (Word, Excel, Power-point)   Knowledge, Skills & Proficiencies  To perform this job successfully, an individual must: • Ability to handle a heavy workload and meet deadlines • Team player who is able to work in a fast-paced environment • Ability to work well under pressure and remain detail focused • Ability to work in a flexible hour environment, as some evenings may be required in order to meet deadlines (i.e. year-end, budgets, evening board meetings etc.) • Excellent verbal and written skills, able to get ideas across and maintain composure in a changing environment • Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize responsibilities • Excellent attitude and willingness to continuously learn and update skills in order to remain competitive and challenged   Disclaimer The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. FirstService Residential welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring and selection process.