AR Accountant

About PPL

Project for Pride in Living (PPL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income individuals and families to become self-reliant through integrated services in housing, employment, and education. We believe in the power of community and the potential of every person. When joining PPL, you become a part of a diverse team whose goal is to assist our residents and communities with the groundwork they need not only to survive but also to thrive.

Job Summary

The Accounts Receivable (AR) Accountant is responsible for supporting PPL’s finance team with accurate and timely management of receivables related to affordable housing operations. This role supports the organization’s accounting processes under the Property Accounting Manager with a primary focus on Accounts Receivable that serve the Property Management department. 

✅What You’ll Do

• Administer accounts receivable functions for PPL’s affordable housing properties including but not limited to posting monthly rent charges, applying income‑based adjustments and subsidies, reconciling tenant ledgers 
• Ensure all billing activity aligns with internal financial compliance standards
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in billing, collections, and cash applications
• Provide year-end support to the annual audit process and requirements for the preparation of audit work papers
• Collaborate with property management, asset management and compliance teams to ensure accuracy of receivables tied to affordable housing operations

✅ What You Bring

Experience & Skills

• Understanding of AR processes, financial statements, general ledgers, trial balances, accounting theory, and accounting software systems
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or demonstrated work experience performing similar responsibilities, candidates without a degree but with proven expertise are encouraged to apply
• 1-3 years financial accounting or AR experience or a combination of education and experience

✅Why You’ll Love Working at PPL

✅ Compensation

• $55,000-$65,000 Annually DOQ
• Fulltime/Exempt 

✅ Comprehensive Benefits

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Employer‑paid Short‑ & Long‑Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• HSA or FSA options
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

✅ Work‑Life Balance & Culture

• Summer Half‑Day Fridays (Memorial Day–Labor Day)
• Supportive, mission‑driven team environment
• Work that makes a real and lasting impact on families

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.