Accounts Receivable Specialist - California
Department: Accounting
Reports To: Accounting Manager
EIN: BRB CA
FLSA Classification: Exempt
JOB DESCRIPTION
Role Summary
The Accounts Receivable Specialist assists in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients.
Key Responsibilities
● Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable
● Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers
● Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions
● Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent account holders to request payment
● Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested
● Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of other team members
● Reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis
● Assist with month end close as needed
● Generates monthly billing statements based on the general ledger
● Assists Accounting Manager in reconciling revenue accounts each month
● Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed
● Relays changes of information to appropriate employees
● Performs other related duties as assigned
● Implements processes and procedures relating the accounts receivable function
● Explores efficiencies within operations and works with the Controller to determine best practices
Supervisory Responsibilities
● None
Required Skills
● Detail-oriented, organized and self-motivated
● Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with continuous innovation
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills
● Excellent organizational and time management skills
● Experience in accounting software
● Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
Physical Demands
● Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
● Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Required
● Local Travel to Desert Hot Springs facility
Education and Experience
● Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field
● Minimum 5 years’ experience in accounts receivable role, ideally with public companies
● Self-starter, with ability to take initiative in fast-paced environment amidst shifting priorities
● Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and online technologies
● Experience within CPG industry preferred
● ERP Experience preferred, Acumatica experience a plus
Other Responsibilities
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
“CombinedCo Company” is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Experience level:
- 5 years
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240