We are partnering with an organization in the Atlanta area seeking an Accounts Receivable Accountant to join its accounting team. This hybrid role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with experience managing receivables, cash applications, account reconciliations, and customer account activity.
The AR Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate receivable balances, supporting month-end close, and partnering with internal teams to resolve billing and payment discrepancies.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain accounts receivable records and customer account activity
- Apply and reconcile customer payments, cash receipts, and account adjustments
- Monitor outstanding balances and research payment discrepancies
- Prepare AR aging reports and assist with collection follow-up
- Perform account reconciliations and resolve variances
- Prepare journal entries related to accounts receivable activity
- Support month-end and year-end close processes
- Assist with billing, invoicing, and credit memo processing as needed
- Partner with Accounting, Finance, Sales, and customer-facing teams to resolve account issues
- Provide documentation and schedules for internal and external audits
- Identify opportunities to improve AR processes and internal controls
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- 2+ years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience
- Knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting
- Experience with ERP or accounting systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
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