AP​/AR Specialist – Colorado Springs

Summary/Objective

The Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist is responsible for performing accounting support functions related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing and general financial recordkeeping. This position handles routine transactions, reconciliations, and documentation while supporting the accounting team with projects of limited complexity.

The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of related experience and demonstrates strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including data entry and record maintenance.
• Receive, review, verify, and reconcile invoices for payment.
• Match invoices with supporting documentation and procurement records.
• Review billing statements and financial documents for accuracy; identify and report discrepancies.
• Research and resolve payment or processing discrepancies by communicating with property managers and portfolio managers.
• Handles checks and receivable related transactions, issues receipts and post deposits.
• Assists in preparation of financial statements such as billing, budget, and cost reports.
• Prepares documentation and submits USE Tax filing to the City of Colorado Springs.
• Maintain financial records in compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Protects organization’s value by ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Participate in training and professional development activities to maintain current job knowledge.
• Provide general administrative support as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bookkeeping training preferred
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with accounting systems and software;
  Yardi or Entrata preferred.
• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and copiers.

Employees must meet the physical requirements necessary to perform essential job functions. Regular duties involve talking and hearing. Frequent activities include standing, walking, using hands, and reaching. Occasional activities include sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Employees may frequently lift/move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally up to 25 lbs. Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Computer
Calculator
Fax/Copier/Scanner
Entrata, One Site™ (Yardi or comparable)
MS Word, Excel, Outlookat basic level