What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Specialist (AP/Collections) position at Quadel Consulting Corporation?
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The Finance Specialist is responsible for performing all assigned financial functions required in support of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and general accounting responsibilities. Provides excellent service to program's internal and external customers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Quadel complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of preemployment requirements, which may include background screening, pre-employment drug test and verification of credentials.
This job description reflects the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Quadel is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan, please email jpasyanos@quadel.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact 202-789-2500. This telephone line and the email address above can help job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.
The Finance Specialist is responsible for performing all assigned financial functions required in support of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and general accounting responsibilities. Provides excellent service to program's internal and external customers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs all work activities in support of SEMAP, contractual standards, and other applicable financial performance measures.
- Prepares and processes data files required to generate Housing Assistance Payments (HAP); obtains required approvals prior to releasing payments.
- Reviews, verifies, and analyzes financial documents related to disbursements to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper authorization before payment.
- Processes monthly and supplemental HAP and UAP check runs; submits positive pay files to the bank and resolves related exceptions.
- Performs payment reconciliations and reviews payment registers to ensure funds are accurately recorded and discrepancies are timely resolved.
- Acts as a point of contact for landlords, tenants, HUD, FMC, and other stakeholders regarding payment issuance, discrepancies, and billing matters.
- Manages accounts payable functions, including vendor payments, landlord payments, direct deposit setup, and monitoring payment schedules.
- Oversees accounts receivable and collections activities, including monitoring outstanding balances, resolving unpaid or disputed amounts, and tracking followup efforts.
- Develops, maintains, and monitors accounts receivable aging reports, trend analyses, and related financial schedules.
- Reviews and monitors portability billings, fees, and related receivables; follows up on unpaid balances to ensure timely collection.
- Coordinates the recovery of overpayments and other receivables in accordance with program and regulatory requirements.
- Monitors program cash flow and funding availability to ensure timely payment of obligations and accurate tracking of receivables.
- Verifies landlord and owner payment data to prevent duplicate payments and ensure accuracy of ownership and banking information.
- Processes vendor 1099s and ensures compliance with IRS reporting and backup withholding requirements.
- Reviews, reconciles, and records financial transactions and journal entries to ensure integrity of accounts payable and accounts receivable records within the system of record and general ledger.
- Assists with internal reviews, operational audits, and financial audits related to AP and AR activity.
- Supports monthend and yearend close activities, including reconciliations, reporting, and documentation for AP and AR accounts.
- Prepares required financial, accounting, and compliance reports related to payments, receivables, and collections, including HUD reporting as applicable.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Two (2) or more years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and/or collections functions.
- Working knowledge of general accounting principles, including AP/AR processing, reconciliations, internal controls, and financial recordkeeping.
- Experience processing payments, reconciling accounts, and resolving discrepancies accurately and timely.
- Experience monitoring accounts receivable aging and supporting followup or collection efforts on outstanding balances.
- Proficiency with accounting or financial systems and databases, and the ability to analyze and interpret financial data.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications used for tracking, reconciliation, and reporting.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a regulated environment.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work professionally with landlords, tenants, vendors, financial institutions, and agency staff.
- Ability to handle sensitive financial and personal information with discretion and confidentiality.
- Experience working in a public sector, housing authority, or HUD/HCV environment is helpful but not required.
Quadel complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of preemployment requirements, which may include background screening, pre-employment drug test and verification of credentials.
This job description reflects the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Quadel is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan, please email jpasyanos@quadel.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact 202-789-2500. This telephone line and the email address above can help job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.