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Staff Accountant/AR
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An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$82,056 / year median in California
-25% projected decline
Job Description
Staff Accountant/AR at Robert Half Staff Accountant/AR at Robert Half in Santa Ana, California Posted in 4 days ago.
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full-time We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. This role is approximately 75% Accounts Receivable focused and 25% month-end close and general accounting support . The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of accounting or accounts receivable experience , strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage customer accounts while assisting with monthly financial reporting activities. Essential Responsibilities Accounts Receivable (75%) Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and timely. Apply customer payments, including ACH, wire, check, and credit card transactions. Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on past-due balances. Communicate with customers regarding payment status, billing questions, and account discrepancies. Research and resolve payment issues, short pays, deductions, and unapplied cash. Reconcile customer accounts and prepare account statements as needed. Maintain accurate customer records and documentation. Assist with credit reviews and customer account setup. Prepare weekly AR reporting and cash collections updates. Support process improvements to enhance collection efforts and efficiency. Month-End Close & General Accounting (25%) Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities. Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules. Reconcile accounts receivable and other balance sheet accounts. Assist with accruals, prepaid expenses, and general ledger reconciliations. Prepare reports and schedules supporting financial statement preparation. Assist with annual audit requests and provide supporting documentation. Support special accounting projects as assigned. Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred. Minimum 2 years of Accounts Receivable, Accounting, or Bookkeeping experience . Experience with billing, cash applications, collections, and account reconciliations. Knowledge of basic accounting principles and month-end close processes. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience with accounting or ERP systems. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Preferred Qualifications Experience with ERP systems such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, SAP, or similar. Experience in a high-volume transaction environment. Strong customer service and collections experience.