Collections/Cash Applications Specialist

About RockStep Capital Since 1997, RockStep Capital is a privately held, vertically integrated real estate investment firm based in Houston, Texas located in The Heights area. Focused on hometown shopping centers across the U.S., RockStep Capital values teamwork, integrity, and strategic growth, promoting a collaborative environment that supports employee and community success. Position Overview The AP / AR Specialist supports our accounting team. This in‑office role will focus on managing accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing of financial transactions. Key Responsibilities 50% - Accounts Payable Ensure all external teams have payables and appropriate support are entered into Yardi prior to processing check run Enter all corporate invoices into Yardi and/or Quickbooks with appropriate support Process check runs weekly Ensure all payments are made timely and identify areas where late fees and penalties are being assessed Prepare all payments for distribution by the office manager, noting those which need priority or other special handling Ensure payments are mailed within 48 hours of printing File all payables online in an appropriate systematic manner Review cash balances to ensure sufficient funds are available for AP runs and communicate any fund shortages, prior to releasing checks for distribution, to the accounting manager and controller Respond to vendor/client inquiries regarding billing and payments Participate in corporate credit card processing and allocations Ensure credit card payments are made timely Maintain and track monthly insurance allocation spreadsheet 30% - Accounts Receivable Ensure weekly processing of corporate accounts receivable Issue invoices where required Calculate and track allocations and reimbursements due to/from properties to corporate entities ensuring accurate reconciliations Collect checks, prepare deposits and enter payments Ensure payments are timely deposited at a minimum once a week Follow up on outstanding receivable balances 20% - Accounting Administration Work with Accounting Manager to ensure all intercompany is reconciled monthly Assist with month‑end closing processes as requested Qualifications High School Degree 3-5 years of experience working in Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable or general accounting Experience in reviewing balance sheets Proficiency in MS Office Highly proficient in MS Excel, Yardi, and Quickbooks Why RockStep Capital? Generous Benefits: Medical (generous employer contribution) Dental, Vision, Basic Term Life / AD&D and Long-Term Disability, and (100% employer paid for employee coverage) Employee Assistance Plan for the employee and their household (employer paid) Supplemental Life / Short-Term Disability 401(k) with company match Generous Paid Time Off—Emphasis on work‑life balance in a supportive, team‑oriented environment Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development in a high‑growth, entrepreneurial setting Equal Opportunity Employment We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr