Accounts Receivable Specialist

Westward360
Chicago, IL



Full-time

Description

YellowJacket Maintenance is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our growing team! This role is responsible for overseeing financial operations, including accounts receivable/payable, payroll, and reporting, while also supporting leadership with compliance and operational needs. The Accounts Receivable Specialist plays a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and overall business performance.

As a leader in property maintenance services, YellowJacket Maintenance is committed to delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions to our clients. We take pride in our craftsmanship, responsiveness, and integrity. This role is ideal for a financial professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building strong systems that support both the field and office.

What we offer:

  • Compensation range of $65,000 - $75,000
  • Monthly cell phone stipend
  • Flexible work environment with field and office components
  • Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
  • Front-loaded PTO
  • 401k – Company match up to 4%
  • Long and short-term disability at no cost to employee
  • Career growth opportunities

What you’ll do:

Financial Oversight

  • Manage accounts receivable/payable, including tracking aging invoices and facilitating payment of delinquencies
  • Provide leadership with regular reporting on open A/R, revenue, expenses, and variances
  • Record payments and deposits in CRM software and NetSuite
  • Track technician and departmental profitability, identifying performance trends
  • Ensure accurate GL and market allocations

Expense Reconciliation

  • Perform daily audits of material expenditures, payroll, and other major expenses
  • Identify variances or misuse and compare against corresponding revenue for profitability checks

Payroll & Budgeting

  • Review payroll for accuracy, ensuring timecards and reimbursements are properly accounted for
  • Approve PTO requests in coordination with dispatching team
  • Support leadership in developing and monitoring annual budgets

General Operations Support

  • Assist with daily office operations and provide support to both management and field staff
  • Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency in financial tracking and administrative workflows

What you’ll need:

  • HS Diploma or equivalent; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field strongly preferred
  • Strong experience in accounts receivable/payable, invoicing, and financial reporting
  • Proficiency in Excel/Google Suite
  • Experience with NetSuite or similar accounting software
  • Prior experience in maintenance, property management, or service-based business preferred
  • Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills for both internal and external stakeholders

About YellowJacket Maintenance/Westward360:
YellowJacket Maintenance, a part of Westward360, is dedicated to providing exceptional community management, rental management and brokerage services. Serving multiple markets throughout the United States, we have the systems, strategies, and expertise to meet the specialized needs of even the most demanding client. With more than 50,000 homes under management, we’re your all-in-one real estate solution.

*Disability Notice: Disclosure is divulging or giving out personal information about a disability. It is important for the employee to provide information about the nature of the disability, the limitations involved, and how the disability affects the ability to learn and/or perform the job effectively. The employer has a right to know if a disability is involved when an employee asks for accommodations. Deciding if, when, and how to share disability-related information with a prospective or current employer can be overwhelming but we ask to please request a required accommodation prior to your first date of work. Please note, a doctor's note may be requested by Human Resources, depending on the accommodation being requested, on a case-by-case basis.

Salary Description

$65,000 - $75,000

Posted 2025-09-14

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