Job Description

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Location: Belfast (Longbridge House, 16-24 Waring Street)
Department: Property Management Accounts
Employment Type: Full-time

The Role

This position is situated within a client-centric Property Management Accounts division. You will oversee the end-to-end collections process, receipt allocation, and account reconciliation while strictly following corporate credit protocols. The role demands daily interaction with a broad spectrum of clients and tenants, necessitating a consistently professional approach.

Key Responsibilities

Treasury Administration

- Managing the daily download of bank files, identifying payments, and allocating high volumes of receipts; ensuring daily reconciliations between bank statements and the Yardi accounting platform.
- Executing internal bank transfers utilizing Salesforce and Yardi systems.
- Processing tenant account modifications as directed by Client Accountants and Property Managers.
- Supporting Property Managers in managing arrears by identifying short payments, suspense entries, and unallocated funds.
- Ensuring the Accounts Receivable function meets all month-end financial closing deadlines with total accuracy.
- Resolving queries through active engagement with colleagues, clients, and tenants.
- Collaborating with Client Accountants to ensure posting accuracy, facilitating “Payments to Client” (PTC) within established timelines.

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Credit Control

Overseeing and managing an extensive portfolio of debtor accounts.
Driving the prompt collection of Service Charges, Rent, Insurance, and other demands via digital and telephonic communication.
Providing account reconciliations and issuing statements or copy invoices to tenants.
Managing tenant queries efficiently to expedite payments, escalating to relevant departments when necessary.
Maintaining detailed and clear Credit Control notes within the system for all users.
Updating debt classifications and tenant contact information across the assigned portfolio.
Conducting monthly reconciliations of debtor accounts and leading monthly debtor review meetings with Property Managers.
Escalating collection issues promptly to senior management or relevant accountants.
Developing and utilizing KPI metrics to ensure Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are exceeded.
Reviewing collection procedures continuously and recommending payment plans aligned with client expectations.

Systems Utilized:

Yardi Voyager (Property Management Accounting)
Salesforce (Task Management)
Microsoft Office (Intermediate level required)
Access Pay and various online banking portals

Candidate Requirements:

Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a similar Accounts Receivable or Credit Control role.
Domain Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the full-cycle AR process and high-volume debtor management.
Sector Background: Experience within the Property sector is highly desirable but not mandatory.
Interpersonal Skills: Proven ability to build trust and credibility with stakeholders at all levels.
Technical Skills: Strong organizational and time management abilities with extreme attention to detail.
Communication: High-level verbal and written communication skills.

Job Data Table

Category	Details
Company Name	Savills
Location	Belfast, United Kingdom
Locality	Northern Ireland
Country	United Kingdom
City	Belfast
Region	Belfast City Centre
Job Type	Full-time
Salaries	Not specified
Experience Level	5+ Years
Travel	Not specified
Language	English
Benefits	Equal Opportunity Employer, inclusive environment

Skills & Competency Table

Key Skills	Level
Yardi Voyager / Salesforce	Advanced
Credit Control & Collections	Expert
Bank Reconciliation	Expert
High-Volume Receipt Allocation	Expert
Stakeholder Management	Advanced
KPI & Metric Reporting	Proficient

Salaries Pay Calculator Table

Annual Salary	Bonus	Total Compensation	Notes
£28,000 – £35,000 (Est)	N/A	£28,000 – £35,000	Estimated based on Belfast AR market rates
£2,333 – £2,916	N/A	Monthly Gross	Based on 5+ years experience

Job Summary

This Belfast-based role at Savills involves managing high-volume accounts receivable and credit control for property management. You will handle bank reconciliations, tenant collections for rent and service charges, and query resolution using Yardi and Salesforce. It requires five years of experience and exceptional organizational skills to meet strict financial month-end deadlines.

5 FAQs

Where is the office located?

The role is based at Longbridge House, 16-24 Waring Street, Belfast.

What accounting systems are used?

The primary systems are Yardi Voyager for accounting and Salesforce for task management.

Is property experience required?

Previous experience in the property sector is preferred but not essential.

What is the minimum experience required?

Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in a similar AR or Credit Control role.

Does the role involve high-volume work?

Yes, it requires daily identification and allocation of a high volume of receipts and management of large debtor portfolios.

Expert Analysis

This is a senior-level AR role within a prestigious global real estate firm. The requirement for 5+ years of experience and mastery of Yardi Voyager suggests a heavy emphasis on technical proficiency and “hitting the ground running.” Success here depends on balancing firm credit enforcement with the “high level of professionalism” required by Savills’ elite client base.

Location & Logistics Guide

Located in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter, the office is ideally situated for commuters. It is a short walk from the Lanyon Place and Great Victoria Street train stations and is well-served by the city’s Glider and Metro bus networks.

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Career Path

An Accounts Receivable Specialist at Savills can progress into a Client Accountant, Credit Control Manager, or Property Finance Manager role. The specialized knowledge of Yardi Voyager and property-specific financial regulations makes this role an excellent stepping stone into senior commercial real estate finance positions across the UK and Ireland.

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