A/R Accountant Position Available In St. Louis, Missouri

A/R Accountant Certara USA, Inc. United States, Missouri, St. Louis 210 North Tucker Boulevard (Show on map) Jun 18, 2025
Overview Certara accelerates medicines using proprietary biosimulation software, technology, and services to transform traditional drug discovery and development. Its clients include more than 2,000 biopharmaceutical companies, academic institutions and regulatory agencies across 62 countries. AR Accountant will perform monthly daily cash postings, track and follow up on delinquent accounts receivable, complete new vendor forms and calculate month AR KPI’s. Responsibilities The AR Accountant will perform daily cash receipt processing, including posting of receipts from customers as well as other miscellaneous cash receipts
Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders, customer statements, and contacting clients.
Monitor accounts to identify overdue payments
Identify and contact delinquent customers to arrange debt payoffs
Keep accurate records and report on collection activity on a regular basis
Verify discrepancies and resolve clients’ billing issues
Calculate key accounts receivable metrics (Turnover in Days, Average Days Outstanding)
Complete intake forms for new customers; assist in setting up online portals for collections
Provide cash forecasting support to Treasury team
Other responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Proven working experience as accounts receivable clerk, accounts receivable manager, or accountant
Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets and accounting software
Customer service orientation and good communication skills
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
BS or BA degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
Experience with NetSuite a plus Skills & Abilities Proven technical accounting experience in a growing operation.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight reporting deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly in Excel.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Demonstrated creative and critical thinking skills.
Ability to work on multiple high-value projects simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Certara bases all employment-related decision on merit, taking into consideration qualifications, skills, achievement, and performance. We treat all applicants and employees without regard to personal characteristics such as race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, nationality, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental condition, genetic information, military service, or other characteristic protected by law.