Accounts Receivable Specialist

Build Your Future, Strengthen Communities – Grow with CIMS One of the fastest-growing HOA management companies in Northern California is looking for a full-time Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in San Ramon! Common Interest Management Services, an Associa company, is a leader in innovative HOA solutions with seven offices across the Bay Area and Central Valley. We're committed to improving communities and delivering outstanding service—come join our team! A successful candidate will be responsible for managing a full portfolio of homeowner’s association accounts in cooperation with a community relationship manager. This is a full-time, non-exempt, in-office position based in San Ramon, CA, Monday–Friday. The pay range is $25.00-$27.00 an hour; direct experience is strongly preferred. How You’ll Make an Impact Prepare and process monthly billings to homeowners, including updating assessment billing in accordance with the approved annual budget. Handle direct inbound customer service calls, emails, and inquiries via accounting software, providing clear and professional responses to homeowner questions regarding billing, late fees, account history, and payment status. Assess and apply monthly late fees and finance charges in accordance with the association’s collection policy and governing documents. Process bank returns, including returned checks and rejected electronic payments, and apply appropriate fees or account adjustments. Manage delinquent accounts, including homeowner correspondence and coordination with third-party collection agencies to outsource collections activity when required. Process and reconcile miscellaneous cash receipts, ensuring proper allocation to the associations bank accounts or homeowner accounts. Partner with Community Managers to research and resolve inbound inquiries from Board members regarding homeowner accounts and financial matters. Update homeowner accounts to reflect change of ownership after escrow closes, including ownership transfers, balance adjustments, and account setup for new owners. Maintain accurate account records and ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and governing documents. Requirements 3-4 years of experience in accounting. High School diploma required, BS in Accounting preferred. Adept in Microsoft Office 365, Teams, Adobe, Outlook and Excel. Strong organizational and time management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Self-starter with a high bar on productivity. An ability to multi-task, to solve problems, and to successfully engage customers in a positive and memorable way. Strong detail orientation with careful execution of tasks without errors. Operates with a high level of autonomy while maintaining a collaborative team-oriented approach. The primary location for this position is 12647 Alcosta Blvd San Ramon, CA 94583. EEO is the Law. #J-18808-Ljbffr