We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support billing, cash application, and receivables management for a growing organization in Kearny, New Jersey. This position plays an important role in keeping tenant accounts accurate, maintaining timely collections, and ensuring revenue-related records are properly reflected in the accounting system. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound reconciliation skills, and experience handling commercial receivables in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Generate recurring and non-routine tenant invoices, including rent, tax recoveries, and other charges tied to lease agreements.<br>• Record incoming payments from multiple sources such as checks, wires, and lockbox activity, and ensure funds are applied correctly to customer accounts.<br>• Review receivable balances regularly, maintain current aging reports, and identify overdue items that require follow-up.<br>• Research account variances, disputed charges, and unmatched receipts to bring tenant ledgers into balance.<br>• Communicate with tenants regarding past-due balances and coordinate appropriate collection efforts to improve payment timeliness.<br>• Prepare account statements and billing summaries for tenants and internal stakeholders when requested.<br>• Reconcile accounts receivable detail to the general ledger and help confirm the accuracy of revenue-related balances.<br>• Contribute to month-end close by supporting revenue reporting, preparing journal entries, and assisting with account analysis.<br>• Provide documentation and reconciliation support for audit requests, reserve reviews, and write-off recommendations.

• At least 3 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or a closely related accounting function.<br>• Background in commercial collections and cash application processes.<br>• Ability to reconcile account activity and investigate discrepancies with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Experience preparing aging reports, tracking outstanding balances, and supporting month-end close activities.<br>• Working knowledge of billing functions tied to lease or tenant accounts is strongly preferred.<br>• Proficiency with Yardi and standard accounting software tools.<br>• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and clear written and verbal communication abilities.

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