SX Business Services Employee Spotlight: Kevin Ahern, Accounts Payable Administrator
March 31, 2022
SX Business Services Employee Spotlight: Kevin Ahern, Accounts Payable Administrator
Kevin was born and raised in Quincy, MA. A graduate of North Quincy High school, he worked in construction until the age of 26, when he decided to go to college to get his degree in accounting. Before joining SX Business Services, Kevin spent 15 years at a law firm working in accounting and as a paralegal.
He currently lives in Quincy with his girlfriend of 21 years Brittany and their 13-year-old cat, Chloe (a.k.a. Bestie). He is the oldest of four siblings, with 2 brothers and one sister. In his downtime, he enjoys hanging out with Brittany, cooking but mostly eating and playing Call of Duty.
What is your dream job?
- If I could have any job in the world, it would be the general manager for the Boston Red Sox. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the Red Sox since I was like 6 years old.
What is your favorite part of working for SX Business Services??
- My favorite part about SX is the people. In my short time here, I feel like I’ve met some really good people.
In this quick read, you will learn: The danger of negative ledgers: Why spending money that isn’t cleared yet constitutes a compliance violation. The "Three-Way" rule: Why matching your bank statement to your software balance isn't enough to pass an audit. The Yardi advantage: How to properly structure your workflows to build a bulletproof wall between your operations and client funds. Stop worrying about your next state audit and let your property management software do the heavy lifting for you.
Managing accounts payable in the real estate industry is far more complex than simply processing invoices and issuing payments. Property owners, developers, management companies, and real estate investors must manage a constant flow of vendor invoices, maintenance expenses, utility bills, insurance premiums, property taxes, and capital improvement costs across multiple properties. Without dedicated financial processes and oversight, accounts payable can quickly become a bottleneck that impacts cash flow, vendor relationships, financial reporting, and overall business performance. That's why more real estate organizations are turning to SX Business Services for outsourced accounts payable solutions.
Outsourcing non-revenue-generating accounting functions can help real estate firms reduce costs, improve efficiency, and focus internal resources on growth initiatives. Tasks such as accounts payable, bookkeeping, payroll, reconciliations, and financial reporting are strong candidates for outsourcing. By evaluating costs, selecting a real estate-focused provider, and communicating changes effectively, firms can streamline operations, improve accuracy, and create a more scalable organization.