Accounts Receivable Assistant

Lee Hecht Harrison

Paramus, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65,000–$70,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Cash Applications, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Operational Support, Operations, Problem Solving Skills, Property Management, Real Estate, Reconciliation, Team Player, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Paramus, NJ
POSTED
27 days ago

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Assistant

Location: Bergen County, NJ (100% On-Site)

Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 + Benefits

Start: Immediate Hire

About the Opportunity

A growing real estate and property management firm in Bergen County is looking to add an experienced Accounts Receivable Assistant to their team immediately. This is a critical, hands-on role in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where expertise in reconciliations, cash applications, and billing will play a key role in supporting daily operations.

If you enjoy working in a dynamic setting, take pride in resolving discrepancies, and are passionate about maintaining accurate and timely financial records, this is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and stable organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage high volume of cash applications and ensure timely and accurate posting of payments.

  • Perform detailed account reconciliations, identifying and

resolving discrepancies.

  • Oversee tenant and customer billing, ensuring accuracy

and adherence to lease terms.

  • Investigate and resolve payment variances, unapplied

cash, and short payments.

  • Maintain aging reports and follow up on outstanding

balances.

  • Collaborate with property managers and internal teams toresolve account issues.

  • Support month-end close activities related to AR

  • Ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper documentation of all transactions

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of Accounts Receivable experience, ideally

within real estate or property management

  • Strong experience with reconciliations, cash applications,and billing

  • Ability to manage high volume transactions in a fast-paced environment

  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally

  • Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (Yardi or similar systems a plus)

To Apply:

Please email your resume to christine.kiernan@lhh.com for

immediate consideration.

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Life and disability insurance

Annual discretionary bonus

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information please navigate to

https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local

laws and/or security clearance requirements, including as

applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $70,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Christine Senn

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

About the Company

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Lee Hecht Harrison