Resident Accounts Specialist

Overview

At CLS Living
, our mission is simple: to deliver an
unparalleled resident experience
and foster an
exceptional workplace environment
. We are committed to building a
world-class team
of passionate individuals who thrive in a culture of positivity, creativity, and continuous growth.

Each day brings new opportunities to innovate, lead, and make a meaningful impact. We take pride in our vibrant, design-forward communities and in the devoted teams who manage them with care and integrity. Our success starts with our people—and when our team thrives, our residents do too.

We believe in rewarding our team with benefits that support both personal and professional well-being:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance & Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional Development & Advancement Opportunities
• Supportive, Fun, and Flexible Work Environment
• Access to an
  Unmatched Company Culture
  that values individuality and innovation

Resident Accounts Specialist

The Resident Accounts Specialist, serves as a key liaison between property teams, corporate accounting, and ownership groups. This role blends financial insight, operational support, and customer service excellence to ensure property-level accuracy, revenue optimization, and client satisfaction across multiple assets within the CLS Living portfolio.

The Centralized Accounts Manager plays a hands-on role in supporting daily operations, driving consistency across processes, and maintaining a high level of professionalism in all resident, parent, and client interactions.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned properties, ownership groups, and internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with General Managers, Regional Leadership, and Support Teams.
• Partner with on-site operations to support asset performance, identify opportunities, and ensure goals are achieved.
• Help implement and improve systems, procedures, and standards to enhance operational efficiency and reduce expenses.
• Maintain open and effective communication with the General Manager to support smooth property operations.
• Provide timely, proactive communication to clients and internal teams regarding property performance, occupancy, and revenue.
• Assist with any additional duties as needed to support the team and property success.

• Oversee daily financial activities, including rent posting, collections, and resident account reconciliation to ensure timely revenue recognition and cash flow.
• Ensure all revenue is accurately recorded and received—getting money in the door efficiently while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee collections and ensure delinquencies remain below 1% of total income.
• Maintain accurate resident ledgers and ensure all financial transactions are correctly reflected in property management software (e.g., Entrata).
• Monitor delinquency and manage the full eviction process for current and former residents, coordinating with property teams, third-party vendors, and local counsel to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Has an understanding of company policies, property lease contracts, and state and local laws regarding the delinquency and eviction process for their assigned portfolio
• Oversees FMO process, including dispute resolution, to ensure security deposits are assessed and applied to the resident’s final ledger in Entrata

• Ensure all lease, resident, and financial data, notes, and…