Ventas is a leading S&P 500 company enabling exceptional environments that benefit a large and growing aging population. With an enterprise value exceeding $50 billion and a portfolio of more than 1,400 properties across North America and the United Kingdom, Ventas is a preeminent participant in the longevity economy. Its largest business is private-pay senior housing, which includes over 850 communities providing valuable care and services to more than 90,000 residents. The Ventas portfolio also includes outpatient medical buildings, research centers and healthcare facilities that attract strong institutional demand from the largest health systems, biomedical companies and universities and other research institutions in the world. Backed by strong financial performance and a collaborative culture, Ventas has the capital, capabilities and relationships to deliver superior value. The experienced Ventas team shares a commitment to each other and to the Company’s mission of helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives.
The Accounting team maintains accuracy, transparency, and compliance across Ventas’s financial reporting and accounting activities. The team supports the organization through a combination of operational accounting, corporate, property, and technical accounting functions, ensuring reliable transaction processing, strong controls, and adherence to U.S. GAAP. This discipline enables leadership decision‑making and investor confidence while upholding the financial integrity and reliability that define Ventas operations.
About the Role
The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for supporting end‑to‑end accounts receivable processes, including tenant billing, cash application, account reconciliation, and related reporting. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate and timely receivables processing while supporting internal partners with A/R‑related inquiries. The Accounts Receivable Specialist is process‑oriented, detail‑focused, and comfortable working with evolving technologies as automation initiatives continue to modernize transactional accounting activities. Key responsibilities include:
Prepare, generate, and review tenant billing in accordance with lease terms and internal controls
Apply cash receipts accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper posting and resolution of unapplied cash
Prepare and review tenant ledger adjustments with appropriate approvals
Perform general ledger reconciliations related to accounts receivable and investigate variances
Support monthly close activities and assist with the preparation of accounts receivable reporting, including aging analyses
Research aged receivables, identify root causes, and partner with internal teams to resolve outstanding items
Provide accounts receivable support to Property Management and other internal stakeholders, responding to questions and resolving issues in a timely manner
Maintain and support automated A/R processes, including monitoring errors, troubleshooting issues, and identifying opportunities for process optimization
Assist with internal and external audit requests related to accounts receivable
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
1+ years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting, or a related role
Must be located in the Louisville, KY surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment
Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations.
Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and basic accounting principles
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Comfortable working with accounting systems and evolving technologies, including automated workflows and data‑driven processes
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to partner effectively with internal stakeholders
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future
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Ventas, Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to the successful candidate.
Ventas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Ventas, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms or any third parties.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.
- 1+ years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting, or a related role.
- Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and basic accounting principles.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines.
- Comfortable working with accounting systems and evolving technologies.
What We Do
For more than two decades, Ventas, Inc., an S&P 500 company and one of the world’s foremost Real Estate Investment Trusts (REIT), has operated as the premier capital provider to leading senior living, healthcare operators and research institutions. With more than $36 billion of investments under our belt, we own communities where patients and their families receive health and healing; where world class researchers discover treatments for disease; and where seniors live with dignity. Thanks to our financial strength and liquidity, our stock and robust dividend provides secure retirement savings and income to pensioners, firefighters, teachers and individuals around the world. We take our ESG (Environment, Social & Governance) commitments seriously. We’ve set meaningful ESG goals aligned to three pillars – People, Performance, Planet - emphasizing strong corporate governance; encouraging community engagement through social and financial support to communities where we live and work; and minimizing our environmental impact by protecting the planet while lowering operating costs and improving portfolio efficiency. We're honored to receive many external recognitions for our efforts: Ventas was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for the first time in 2019 and received Nareit’s 2019 Health Care Leader in the Light award for the fourth time. We were the first REIT to sign the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion and are a “Winning Company” on the 2020 Women on Boards Gender Diversity Index recognizing our 30% female Board. Our CEO, Debra A. Cafaro, is a leader widely-acclaimed for her strategic vision, and is ranked #29 in Harvard Business Review’s CEO 100, one of only 14 global CEOs named to HBR’s list consistently since 2014. Our team is what truly differentiates us – our winning competitive edge is due to a rare combination of drive and skill and a commitment to excellence that fuels everything we do.
