Accounts Receivable Specialist at SHALOM AUSTIN

Austin, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

55000.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts Receivable, Cash Management, Reconciliation, General Ledger, Bank Monitoring, Chargeback Processing, Refund Processing, Month-End Close, Audit Preparation, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, Financial Aid Administration, Confidentiality, Attention To Detail, Organization, Problem-Solving

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description If you want to be a part of a growing organization and make a difference in the community, come work for Shalom Austin! Compensation We’ll pay you an annual salary of $48,000 to $55,000. About the Job The Accounts Receivable Specialist reconciles payments recorded in operational systems across multiple revenue streams and records that activity in the general ledger. The role focuses on monitoring bank activity and tracking chargebacks, refunds, and financial aid activity. This position does not perform front-end billing or post payments to individual customer accounts, except for room rentals, maintenance, and other shared services. The role supports month-end close and audit preparation and contributes to accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls. You’ll wow us by masterfully performing the following key duties and responsibilities: Essential functions: Accounts Receivable & Cash Management Reconcile payments (check, ACH, credit card, and online transactions) initiated by other departments and systems and record activity to the general ledger. Monitor bank activity, deposit checks, and reconcile deposits to source systems and the general ledger; does not post payments to individual customer accounts or perform bank reconciliations. Process refunds and track credit card chargebacks across systems, coordinating with program managers as needed. Perform billing and collections for rentals, maintenance, and other shared services. Financial Reconciliation, Close & Audit Support Support month-end close by preparing reconciliations, journal entries, and reports as needed. Assist with audit preparation by compiling supporting documentation and accounts receivable schedules. Contribute to process improvements that strengthen internal controls and increase receivables efficiency. Financial Aid Administration Administer financial aid activity, including documentation tracking, communication, and accurate entry of approved distributions. Ensure financial aid activity is properly recorded and supported for reporting and audit purposes. Additional Duties Handle sensitive financial information with accuracy and confidentiality. Other duties as assigned. Our great benefits We’ll provide a FREE membership to the fitness and aquatics center, and offer you discounts on programs, including personal training. We are a learning organization! Our staff have regular opportunities for training and continuing education. We offer outstanding medical insurance coverage through Cigna, and we’ll pay over 80% of the premium cost of our base plan on your behalf. You will have the option to contribute to our 403(b) with and the opportunity for a company match. We provide life and long-term disability insurance, and we pay 100% of the cost for you. We will give you lots of paid time off. First-year employees receive: 18 days of paid time off, and more than 15 Jewish and Federal holidays. We’ll offer you up to a 50% discount for your kiddos in our amazing early childhood program, as enrollment allows. You will have access to our amazing Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We understand that you need a work/life balance and that you have commitments outside of the workplace, so we’ll do our very best to offer you some flexibility in your work schedule. We’ll provide you with the opportunity to make a difference in the Central Texas Jewish community every day. Please note that successful candidates for this position may be subject to a background check as part of the hiring process. will be used to assess eligibility for employment. Any discrepancies may result in the withdrawal of the job offer or termination of employment. All information will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws. Requirements Associate’s degree in accounting or higher, or equivalent relevant experience. Minimum of 3 years of accounts receivable or related accounting experience; nonprofit experience a plus. Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Solid understanding of general accounting principles. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.

Responsibilities

The Accounts Receivable Specialist reconciles payments from various revenue streams across operational systems and records this activity in the general ledger, focusing on monitoring bank activity, tracking chargebacks, and processing refunds. This role also supports month-end close, audit preparation, and administers financial aid activity while handling billing and collections for shared services like room rentals and maintenance.