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Accounts Coordinator
Balfour Beatty Campus Solutions
Location : Merkel, TX, 79536
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Balfour Beatty Investments - North America
Accounts Coordinator
Who We Are
At Balfour Beatty Communities, we are dedicated to a singular mission: delivering the quality communities people are proud to call home. We believe exceptional living experiences can only be created whenWe Care—about our residents, our partners, our communities and each other. Our culture of caring drives every aspect of our business, guiding us to always do the right thing and build meaningful connections as we fulfill the needs of our residents and partners with sincerity, empathy and creativity.
Our Benefits:
- Discretionary bonuses
- Medical and Dental Insurance 1st of the month following employment
- Health, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
- Company paid life insurance
- 401K plan with employer matching
- Robust PTO to include, sick, floating holidays, vacation, and personal days
- 2 Volunteer Days per year
- Company paid short-term and long- term disability, parental leave.
- And more!
About the role
You may be eligible for a $500 net sign on bonus to be paid out in your first paycheckWhat you'll be doing
- Purchase orders (PO): Review status such as order dates and receive dates.
- Invoices: Collect, review, and process for payment. Ensure invoice details match purchase order details. Post invoice batch(s) in Yardi, weekly and monthly.
- Communicate with vendors and internal team members on PO/Invoice details and ensure accuracy and compliance with company policy.
- Added for consideration:
- Manage AP using YARDI accounting software and other programs as applicable
- Processing, to include reconciliation, of AP for vendors and other entities
- Auditing purchase orders, prices, terms of payment, and additional charges (change orders, fees, deductions)
- Establishing and maintain current vendor relationships and using proper policy and procedures to add new vendors
- Communicate with on-site management and residents to resolve rental rate issues
- Post and review rental payments daily.
- Review and secure confidential documents such as Military Orders, Pay Statements, Banking Information and Dependent Statuses.
- AP: Review vendor, price, itemization data and ensure all areas of purchase orders are filled completed. Inspect PO General Ledger accounts are properly coded.
- AR: Communicate with Management Team on rental rate issues, Yardi data or other data that pertains to financial status of a Resident.
- Move In: Review lease for familial status, signature, and proper lease charges; review pay statements, if available, and Military Orders to confirm rank, status, and duty location.
- Move Out: Review BAH reconciliation forms, charge sheets and other related charge files. Ensure proper charges are created and update ledgers. Process deposit accounting and ensure all charges and credits are accurate.
Typical Physical Demands: Regularly use hands to manipulate tools, controls, phones, and computer keyboard. Frequently stand, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, and stoop. Sit and stand to do clerical work. Regularly lift and move office supplies up to 20 lbs.
Work is performed in an office. Employee frequently interacts directly with community management, facilities management, residents and other staff members during the workday.
Who we're looking for
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum of 1 year experience in an administrative, customer service, or accounts payable/accounts receivables role
- Customer relations
- Strong communication skills
- Microsoft Office: Excel proficient
- Yardi Property Management Software is a plus
- Possession of a valid state issues driver’s license and safe driving record are required
Balfour Beatty Communities is part of Balfour Beatty Investments and Balfour Beatty, plc, an international group that finances, develops, builds and maintains infrastructure assets.
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Freqently Asked Questions
Strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and familiarity with Yardi property management software stand out as critical for an Accounts Coordinator in Merkel. Effective communication and vendor relationship management are also essential to handle purchase orders, invoices, and rental payment reconciliations accurately.
An Accounts Coordinator often progresses toward senior accounting positions, accounts payable/receivable specialist roles, or financial analyst jobs. Building expertise in software tools like Yardi and enhancing skills in vendor management and financial reconciliation can open doors to supervisory or accounting manager roles.
Daily hurdles involve balancing detailed invoice and purchase order reviews, ensuring compliance with company policies, resolving rental rate discrepancies, and maintaining confidential resident information. Coordinators also bridge communication between vendors, on-site management, and residents, requiring multitasking and precision.
Merkel, TX, has a moderate demand for Accounts Coordinators, particularly in property management and community services sectors. With fewer specialized roles available locally, candidates who demonstrate software proficiency and strong administrative experience often find favorable opportunities.
While a high school diploma suffices, certifications like Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) or proficiency in Yardi software can enhance job prospects. Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license is also a practical requirement due to potential vendor site visits and local interactions.
Beyond standard medical and dental benefits, Balfour Beatty provides discretionary bonuses, employer-matched 401(k) plans, paid parental leave, and volunteer days. This company culture emphasizes care and community, fostering an environment where employees feel valued and supported.
The role involves close collaboration with community management, facilities teams, and residents. The coordinator acts as a financial liaison, ensuring vendor transactions and rental payments align with internal policies, facilitating smooth operations across departments and enhancing resident satisfaction.
Accounts Coordinators in Merkel usually earn between $40,000 and $48,000 annually, reflecting the area's cost of living and market rates. Compensation may vary based on experience, software skills, and company size, with bonuses potentially supplementing the base pay.
By ensuring financial transactions are accurate and timely, the Accounts Coordinator helps maintain operational stability, directly impacting the quality of community services. Their attention to detail and vendor communication uphold the company’s standards, contributing to resident satisfaction and community pride.
This role uniquely combines financial responsibilities with community engagement, emphasizing empathy and collaboration. Balfour Beatty’s benefits package and focus on meaningful connections foster a supportive work environment, differentiating it from more transactional or purely administrative accounts positions.