What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Settlements Specialist I position at Associa?
The Accounts Receivable Settlement Specialist I processes resales and new sales within the Associa system. This is an accounting support position in a fast-paced centralized accounting services environment providing financial services to community associations throughout North America. Candidates for this position must meet Associa’s credit requirements.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Receive property transfer documents from title companies.
- Compare and confirm accuracy of information.
- Research, through various sources, ownership and/or property information.
- Post and research payments in Community Archives system.
- Process resales and new sales in Complete Control for Communities (C3) system within the service level agreement timeline outlined.
- Order coupons for new owners in C3 system.
- Work with Data Management when address is not found in C3 system.
- Escalate exceptions as necessary to Accounts Receivable Manager.
- Adhere to jurisdiction rules.
- File documents in vault.
- Communicate with branch personnel and title companies regarding settlement issues.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of escrow, title and/or real estate transaction.
- Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures (US GAAP).
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) at a proficient level.
- Knowledge of conflict resolution techniques at a proficient level.
- Professional communication skills (phone, interpersonal, written, verbal, etc.).
- Self-motivated, proactive, detail oriented and a team player.
- Time management and time critical prioritization skills.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED Required
- 1-3years of directly related or closely related experience