Accounting Operations Analyst

Accounting Operations Analyst at Gear Up Sports

Position Summary:

This role is responsible for accounting processes which primarily include reconciling open AR accounts, AR collections communications and general ledger account reconciliations. In this role, you must become an advanced user of our accounting/ERP and order entry systems. This position interacts extensively with our sales, operations and customer service teams. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, professional, and have exemplary problem‑solving, organizational and time management skills.

• Assume AR responsibility for larger, more complex accounts.
• Participate in process planning for new complex accounts, which can be unique and nonstandard.
• Become an expert on AR transaction processing and trouble‑shooting within the company’s accounting/ERP and order entry systems.
• Assist with the research and resolution of open account balances and follow up with customers on collection of past due invoices.
• Coordinate with Customer Service and Sales Account Representatives as needed to resolve invoice issues & refund requests.
• Process credit card payments, credit memos and refunds.
• Respond to routine customer inquiries regarding invoices and credit memos.
• Assist in month‑end closing process as needed.
• Work across departments including operations, fulfillment, and order entry team, troubleshooting and problem‑solving errors and integration issues.
• Support in accounts receivable department for illnesses and absences.
• Other projects as assigned by management.

The ideal candidate is motivated by a passion for growth and learning, as well as a desire to create continued efficiency and improvement in all processes that support a growing company.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business‑related field and 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience within the accounts receivable or accounting function in a dynamic company; OR
• Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business‑related fields and 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience within the accounts receivable or accounting function in a dynamic company.
• Thorough understanding of accounting concepts including journal entries, general ledgers, subledgers, reconciliations, and a working knowledge of financial statements.
• Experience in multisystem operations with an understanding for integrations within each system. Has the ability to learn new systems and work collaboratively to utilize systems and technology to improve efficiency. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP system highly preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software suite and has advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, Vlookup/XLookup, and financial analysis.
• Industry experience of one or more of the following preferred: retail, manufacturing, consumer products, eCommerce.
• Commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively across different means of communication.
• Work effectively in a dynamic growing environment which requires strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to take initiative, think and act quickly to provide timely resolution to issues.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of typing and hand/wrist movements to operate a computer mouse.
• Viewing computer monitors for extended periods of time.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – 2 weeks (80 hours) per year for full time.
• Paid Holidays – New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
• Health/Vision insurance through Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Dental insurance through Regence.
• Life, Disability & Accident Insurance through Met Life – effective 1st of the month following date of hire.
• Group Term Life insurance – company paid.
• Long Term Disability insurance – company paid.
• Voluntary additional life insurance for self & dependents.
• Voluntary Accident Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account Plan (FSA) – allowing pre‑tax savings for Health and Dependent Care Expenses.
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