AR Accountant

ghj · Atlanta, GA · hybrid

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