Real Estate Accounts Payable Specialist

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2026-05-31
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<strong>Overview</strong><br><br><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000; font-family: verdana, geneva;">The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing and processing payments related to property-level obligations, including property taxes, HOA dues, utilities, and other escrow-related expenses. This role ensures timely, accurate disbursements while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, HOA requirements, and internal controls. </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This position can be fully remote anywhere in the United States. Working hours will align with standard business hours in the employee’s local time zone. The hourly pay range is between $22.00 and $25.00 per hour. Eligible for an annual bonus as well. </span></span></p> <br><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br><br><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Accounts Payable & Disbursements</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Process and reconcile invoices for property taxes, HOA dues, utilities, and related property expenses</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Ensure timely and accurate payment of all obligations to avoid penalties, liens, or service disruptions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Maintain payment schedules and monitor due dates across multiple properties/accounts</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Investigate and resolve discrepancies in billing, invoices, and payment records</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Property Tax Management</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Review and verify property tax bills for accuracy</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Track tax due dates and ensure on-time payments</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Coordinate with tax authorities and vendors to resolve issues or discrepancies</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Monitor changes in tax assessments and update records accordingly</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><strong>HOA Dues & Compliance</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Manage HOA payments, including regular dues, special assessments, and fees</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Review HOA rules and regulations to ensure compliance with payment obligations</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Communicate with HOA management companies regarding billing, violations, or account status</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Track and resolve any HOA-related disputes or penalties</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Utilities Billing & Payments</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Monitor usage trends and flag irregularities or potential billing errors</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Manage utility accounts (electric, water, gas, waste, etc.) across assigned properties through Conservice, the company’s utility management provider</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Utilize the Conservice portal to activate and deactivate utility services for acquisitions, dispositions, and occupancy changes</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Assist with required paperwork, documentation, and provider calls needed to establish or terminate utility service</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Review and approve Conservice-generated payment requests, ensuring accuracy of charges, service periods, and account details</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Ensure continuous service by resolving account issues and coordinating with Conservice or utility providers as needed</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Process utility payments directly only in outlier or exception scenarios</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Reconciliation & Reporting</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Reconcile accounts payable transactions and maintain accurate financial records</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Support month-end and year-end close processes</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Generate reports on payments, outstanding liabilities, and exceptions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Maintain documentation for audits and compliance reviews</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Communicate with vendors, municipalities, HOAs, and internal teams</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Maintain accurate vendor records and payment instructions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Support issue resolution related to billing, payments, or compliance</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Mail Intake & Document Handling</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Review incoming emails from the HQ department containing scanned attachments of physical mail received on behalf of the company </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Sort and identify mailed items, with emphasis on **property tax bills, HOA bills, HOA notices/violations**, and ensure they are routed into the correct processing workflows</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Verify the accuracy of mailed statements and upload or enter them into the appropriate systems (e.g., property tax tracking, HOA payment tracking) </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Maintain organized digital records of all mailed documents to support audits, compliance reviews, and month<span style="font-family: 'Cambria Math',serif;">‑</span>end reporting </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Communicate with internal teams, municipalities, HOAs, or vendors when mailed items require clarification, follow<span style="font-family: 'Cambria Math',serif;">‑</span>up, or dispute resolution </span></li></ul> <br><strong>Qualifications</strong><br><br><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Education & Experience</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">2–5 years of accounts payable or property-related financial experience</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Experience with property taxes, HOA management, escrow, or real estate servicing strongly preferred</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Skills & Competencies</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Strong attention to detail and accuracy</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Knowledge of accounts payable processes and financial controls</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Familiarity with property tax systems, HOA structures, and utility billing</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Ability to manage multiple deadlines and high transaction volumes</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Proficiency in accounting software and Excel</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Strong communication and problem-solving skills</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Experience in mortgage servicing, loan servicing, or property management environments</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Understanding of escrow accounts and compliance requirements</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Exposure to regulatory or audit environments</span></li></ul><h1><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registration</span></h1><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">N/A</span></p><h1><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">Physical Demands and Work Environment</span></h1><p style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to handle, touch or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms. The employee is rarely required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.</span></p><h1><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">EEOC</span></h1><p style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">Cedar Brook Property is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of consideration for employment and employment with the Company are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.</span></p>




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