We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist with strong experience in corporate accounting, collections, and cash management. This role is responsible for managing the full-cycle AR process, including electronic payments (ACH and wire transfers), ensuring timely collections, and maintaining accurate financial records.
Key Responsibilities
Manage full-cycle accounts receivable, including invoicing, cash application, and account reconciliation
Process and apply customer payments via ACH, wire transfers, checks, and lockbox, ensuring timely and accurate posting
Perform daily cash application and reconciliation of bank activity to the AR subledger
Handle collections activities, including follow-ups on past-due accounts, dispute resolution, and maintaining strong client relationships
Monitor aging reports and proactively address delinquent accounts to improve cash flow
Prepare and post journal entries related to AR, including adjustments, write-offs, and reserves
Reconcile customer accounts, sub-ledgers, and general ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness
Partner with Treasury or Banking teams to track incoming wires and ACH payments and resolve discrepancies
Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to resolve billing issues
Support month-end and year-end close processes, including AR rollforward and reconciliations
Assist with credit reviews and help establish customer credit limits
Maintain compliance with internal controls and corporate accounting policies
Prepare AR-related reporting, including aging reports, collections metrics, and cash flow projections
Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, collections, and cash application
Hands-on experience with ACH, wire transfers, and banking portals
Strong understanding of GAAP and corporate accounting principles
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability
Excellent communication skills for handling collections professionally
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Woodland Hills, California
Salary
$24–$30 Per Hour
Skills
Accountingunmatched
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Communication Skillsunmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
County Ordinancesunmatched
Credit Analysisunmatched
Credit and Collectionsunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Service Operationsunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
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ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
External Auditunmatched
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Microsoft Excelunmatched
NetSuiteunmatched
Oracleunmatched
Past Due Accountsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Reconciliationunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP)unmatched
Salesunmatched
State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Treasuryunmatched
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