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Bookkeeper / Accounting Clerk
Carteret, NJ
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Carteret, NJ Job Details Full-time $54,000 - $90,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Qualifications Customer communication Accounting and finance experience Full Job Description Location (Optional): Vernon, CA / Chino, CA / Carteret, NJ / Melrose Park, IL Immediate availability is highly preferred. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Accounts Receivable (AR) Revenue Specialist to support and independently manage daily accounts receivable activities, including billing, collections, customer account reconciliation, customer communication, and limited Accounts Payable functions. This position is designed for an experienced accounting professional with a strong background in Accounts Receivable and customer-facing financial operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of professional accounting experience, with 10+ years of accounting experience strongly preferred . The role requires strong written and verbal English communication skills, as the employee will communicate directly with customers on a daily basis regarding invoices, billing discrepancies, outstanding balances, payments, and account-related matters. Candidates who are bilingual in English and Chinese are preferred. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, customer-focused, and capable of independently managing customer accounts, resolving complex billing issues, and handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Accounts Receivable / Revenue Management - Primary Responsibilities Independently manage day-to-day Accounts Receivable activities for assigned customer accounts Generate, review, and send customer invoices accurately and on time Review billing data and supporting documentation to ensure invoice accuracy Communicate directly with customers regarding invoices, billing details, payment status, account balances, and other account-related matters Follow up on outstanding invoices and proactively manage collection of overdue payments Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, payment disputes, short payments, and other account issues Perform customer account reconciliation and identify discrepancies between internal records and customer records Maintain accurate AR aging, billing, collection, and payment records Monitor outstanding balances and escalate significant collection or account issues when necessary Coordinate with internal operations, customer service, sales, and other departments to resolve billing and revenue-related issues Assist with month-end closing activities and AR-related reporting as needed Support continuous improvement of billing, collections, reconciliation, and accounting processes Accounts Payable / General Accounting - Supporting Responsibilities Process vendor payments and assist with payment-related activities Record and book vendor invoices accurately Review supporting documentation and maintain AP-related records Assist with account reconciliation and general ledger-related activities as needed Maintain complete and organized financial documentation Support other accounting, financial, and administrative projects as assigned Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred Minimum 5 years of professional accounting experience is required; candidates with 10+ years of accounting experience are strongly preferred Strong hands-on experience in Accounts Receivable, billing, collections, account reconciliation, and customer account management Previous experience independently managing customer accounts and resolving billing or payment discrepancies is highly preferred Strong understanding of fundamental accounting principles and accounting processes Strong written and verbal English communication skills Ability to independently communicate with customers regarding invoices, payments, outstanding balances, disputes, and account-related matters Bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese is preferred Strong customer service mindset with excellent interpersonal and communication skills Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail Ability to independently prioritize workload, manage deadlines, and handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment Strong analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving abilities Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications Experience with ERP, accounting, billing, or financial management systems is preferred Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance