AR Accountant

@ GHJ

AR Accountant

Posted 1 week ago

About the job

Partnering with an Atlanta organization, we seek a detail-oriented AR Accountant to manage receivables, process payments, reconcile accounts, and support financial closings.

Requirements

2+ years accounts receivable experience
Knowledge of GAAP and ledger
ERP or accounting system skills
Proficiency in Excel

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Excellent communication skills

Full job description

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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