Accounts Receivable Staff Accountant

Job Description

** This is a full-time, in-office position based in New York, NY**

Purpose:

This role serves as the primary owner of the accounts receivable function, ensuring timely cash application, effective resolution of customer deductions and disputes, and collections support. While the day-to-day operation of AR remains the position's primary responsibility, the role will also help modernize and streamline accounting processes to increase efficiency and reduce manual effort. As efficiencies are achieved, the position will gain expanded involvement in month-end close, reporting, and broader accounting functions.

• Accurately post daily customer payments and remittance activity in ERP system.
• Research and resolve unapplied cash, short payments, deductions, and chargebacks.
• Monitor customer aging and assist with collection efforts.
• Serve as a key liaison between Accounting, Sales, and Operations to improve communication and support timely issue resolution.
• Assist with new customer onboarding and account setup in ERP system.
• Identify opportunities to streamline AR workflows, improve documentation processes, and modernize file retention.
• Prepare regular AR reporting, including customer balances, aging, and dispute tracking.
• Support monthly AR reserve and allowance analysis.

• Support the month-end close process through the preparation of journal entries and reconciliation of bank and general ledger accounts.
• Assist with annual financial statement audit.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives, special projects, and ad hoc analyses as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2-5 years of accounting experience with a strong background in accounts receivable.
• Proficiency with Excel and experience with ERP/billing/finance systems.
• Excellent communication, follow-up, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in a wholesale, retail, or consumer products environment is a plus, but not required.
• Demonstrated interest in leveraging technology, automation, and AI tools to improve processes and productivity.