Accounts Receivable Accountant

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$80,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

We are actively interviewing for the following position. This job is remote three days a week and on site two days a week. Please apply now if interested and we will reach out and set you up with an interview.

We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Accountant to join our finance team. This role is critical to maintaining the financial health of the organization and requires a professional with the expertise to not only manage day-to-day AR operations but also to analyze and reconcile complex balance sheets.

The Accounts Receivable Accountant will be responsible for the accurate and timely management of all accounts receivable functions. This includes invoicing, cash application, collections, and account reconciliation. A key component of this role is the ability to handle complex balance sheet reconciliations
, investigate discrepancies, and ensure the integrity of the general ledger as it relates to customer accounts. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

• Manage the full-cycle Accounts Receivable process, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with company policies and GAAP.
• Generate, review, and distribute invoices promptly and accurately.
• Process and apply all incoming payments (ACH, wire, check, credit card) to customer accounts.
• Manage collections activities, communicating professionally with customers to resolve outstanding balances and payment disputes.
• Maintain accurate customer records and ensure proper documentation for all transactions.

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual balance sheet reconciliations for all AR-related accounts, including but not limited to Accounts Receivable, Allowance for Doubtful Accounts, Deferred Revenue (related to AR), and other complex accrual and reserve accounts.
• Investigate and resolve complex differences between the subsidiary ledger and general ledger.
• Analyze trends in AR aging, collections, and bad debt reserves, providing insightful reports and recommendations to management.
• Collaborate with the General Accounting team on period-end closing procedures, ensuring all AR entries are accurate and completed on time.

• Assist in the development and documentation of AR processes and internal controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to AR and balance sheet accounts.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in Accounts Receivable and/or general accounting roles.
• Proven expertise in complex balance sheet reconciliations
  , including identifying, investigating, and resolving multi-layered variances.
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, complex formulas).
• Experience with a major ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, Microsoft Dynamics).

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  .
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  , with the ability to interact effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• A proactive and independent work ethic, demonstrating strong ownership of responsibilities.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Accounting/Auditing

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• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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