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Job DescriptionSalary: $75,000-$80,000 The role of a Senior Accountant/AR Specialist combines the core functions of a Senior Accountant with a specialized focus on Accounts Receivable (AR). This position is crucial for a company's financial health, as it ensures accurate record-keeping, timely payments, and strong cash flow management. Job Summary The Senior Accountant/AR Specialist is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounts receivable functions, from invoicing and cash application to collections and reporting. This individual will also contribute to broader accounting tasks, including month-end close activities, account reconciliation, and financial analysis. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive professional with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Key Responsibilities: Accounts Receivable (AR) Management: • Manage the full cycle of accounts receivable, including generating, reviewing, and distributing invoices., • Process and apply customer payments accurately and on a timely basis., • Conduct proactive collection activities on past-due accounts, including phone calls, emails, and correspondence., • Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, billing errors, and customer disputes., • Prepare and analyze AR aging reports to monitor the status of delinquent accounts and assess credit risk., • Reconcile AR sub-ledger to the general ledger., • Understanding of GAAP based accounting standards to ensure compliance in our financials reporting., • Assist in budgeting/forecasting., • Ad hoc projects as needed/assigned., • Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures, ensuring all AR-related entries are accurate., • Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts., • Support financial audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations., • Analyze financial data and generate reports for management, providing insights into cash flow and AR performance. Required: • Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting., • Experience: 3-5+ years of experience in accounting, with a strong focus on accounts receivable., • Technical Skills:, • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Oracle, SAP, QuickBooks, NetSuite)., • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs., • Soft Skills:, • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy., • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities., • Ability to research sales tax requirements from state to state for products/services., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization and with customers., • Proven ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines., • Proficiency in Google GSuite (Gmail, Google Sheets, etc.), • Sales tax reconciliation experience., • Experience in IT industry is preferred but not mandatory., • Experience with vendor portals and automated AR systems., • This position reports directly to the Financial Controller., • Salary Range is between $75-80K based on experience., • Benefits include the following:, • 401K Retirement Plan, • Medical/Dental/Vision We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process please let us know during the interview process.