Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a team in Salinas, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports financial operations by strengthening credit practices, overseeing receivables activity, and helping maintain steady cash flow while preserving strong business relationships. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work across departments to address account issues and reduce financial risk.

Responsibilities:

- Create and refine credit guidelines, collection procedures, and internal controls that support accurate and consistent financial operations.

- Review customer financial standing and assign credit limits based on risk, payment history, and business needs.

- Track outstanding receivables, follow up on overdue balances, and drive collection efforts to improve payment performance.

- Work closely with sales and operational partners to support revenue goals while maintaining appropriate credit oversight.

- Investigate and resolve billing disputes or collection concerns with customers through clear and timely communication.

- Prepare recurring reports on receivables trends, collection results, and overall credit exposure for leadership review.

- Ensure daily practices align with applicable regulations, company standards, and sound financial governance.

- Identify workflow improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce exposure to bad debt.

- Respond to vendor and field inquiries, research invoice discrepancies, and provide accurate resolutions with a service-focused approach. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

- At least 5 years of experience in commercial credit, collections, or accounts receivable leadership.

- Demonstrated ability to assess credit risk, perform credit analysis, and make informed credit approval decisions.

- Hands-on experience building or managing credit policies, collection practices, and related controls.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to handle sensitive customer matters professionally.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications; experience with accounting or ERP systems is preferred.

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