Accounts Receivable focused Staff Accountant at Cressy Commercial Real Estate LLC – Mishawaka, Indiana

About Cressy Commercial

Cressy Commercial Real Estate is a leading regional commercial brokerage, property management, and construction company that invests in the communities we live, work, and play in. We are a company rich in history, with a team of over 100 professionals. We provide services throughout Indiana, Southwestern Michigan, and beyond.

What makes our company different? WE CARE – about our team, our communities, and our clients.

About the role

Looking for a long-term career? We are looking for a self motivated, staff accountant who wants to be part of a company that rewards talent and outstanding effort. We offer a strong team-oriented culture and positive work environment.

We are seeking an individual with a background in accounting who is looking to work during normal business hours, Monday through Friday. This is not a remote position, but we provide flexibility on an as needed basis.

What you'll do

Responsibilities include but are not limited to managing incoming payments, maintaining accurate customer account records, and ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices. This role supports the company's cash flow by monitoring receivable balances, resolving billing issues, and communicating with customers regarding payment status.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and distribute customer invoices in a timely and accurate manner
• Post customer payments including checks, ACH, and credit card transactions
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies
• Monitor accounts to identify overdue payments and follow up on outstanding balances
• Communicate with customers regarding billing questions, payment status, and account issues
• Prepare and send account statements and collection notices as needed
• Maintain accurate and organized accounts receivable records
• Assist with month-end close by reconciling AR accounts and preparing reports
• Support audit requests related to accounts receivable transactions
• Collaborate with internal teams such as project managers and accounting to resolve billing issues
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures

Qualifications

This position requires the following skills and qualifications.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field
• 1-3 years of accounting experience (public or private)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks
• Must be detail oriented, organized and self motivated
• Possess a high level of accuracy, efficiency and accountability
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen (both required)

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ERP systems
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in collections and resolving customer disputes
• Ability to analyze account activity and identify discrepancies

We reward talent. Our benefit package includes health, vision, dental, 401k, group life insurance and a variety of supplemental insurance options, in addition to vacation and holiday pay. We are also committed to rewarding our colleagues with competitive salaries, recognition programs and career-developing opportunities. We provide mentoring, feedback and give credit where credit is due.