Senior Accounts Receivable Accountant

Senior Accounts Receivable Accountant

Location: Greater Sacramento Area

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Receivable Management:
  • Oversee the entire accounts receivable cycle, including invoicing, reconciliations and billings.
  • Monitor accounts receivable aging reports, identify overdue accounts.
  • Research and resolve payment discrepancies, billing inquiries, and customer account issues in a timely manner.
  • Maintain accurate customer master data and billing information.
• Reconciliation and Reporting:
  • Perform regular reconciliations of accounts receivable sub-ledger to the general ledger.
  • Prepare and analyze accounts receivable aging reports, bad debt reserves, and other relevant financial statements.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes related to accounts receivable.
  • Support audit requests by providing accurate documentation and explanations for accounts receivable balances.
• Process Improvement & Compliance:
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the accounts receivable function.
  • Develop and implement best practices for cash application, collections, and customer service.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and relevant financial regulations, including adherence to GAAP and potentially GASB principles relevant to non-profit organizations.
• Collaboration & Support:
  • Collaborate effectively with other departments (e.g., Membership, Professional Learning, Communications) to ensure accurate billing and resolution of customer issues.
  • Provide support and training to junior accounting staff as needed.
  • Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounts receivable, with at least 2-3 years in a senior or lead role.
• Proven experience with large volume accounts receivable processing and collections.
• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Experience with non-profit accounting and/or governmental accounting (GASB) is a significant plus.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Great Plains, QuickBooks, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.).
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Experience in a membership-based organization is desirable.