Accounts Receivable AR Accountant

Accounts Receivable AR Accountant

GHJ - 2.9

Smyrna, GA Job Details Full-time $66,000 - $70,000 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Accounts receivable Financial close processing Financial data reconciliation Cash application Bachelor's degree in finance Process improvement Mid-level Finance Invoice payment processing Bachelor's degree Microsoft Dynamics GP Bachelor's degree in accounting SAP ERP Financial audit support 4 years Month-end close Accounting Full Job Description GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ's relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client's needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. A globally connected organization with a strong North American presence is continuing to build out its accounting team during a period of steady growth and operational transformation. With deep roots in producing large-scale industry events and facilitating international business, the company offers a stable, collaborative environment where accounting plays a key role in supporting multi-entity operations and ongoing system enhancements. This role sits within a close-knit, high-functioning accounting group and is focused on the accuracy and flow of incoming payments across multiple entities. It's an opportunity for someone who enjoys clean, detail-driven work, takes ownership of their process, and thrives in a self-managed environment where consistency and reliability are highly valued. What You'll Do Apply daily incoming payments across multiple channels to open invoices with a high level of accuracy Investigate and resolve unidentified or misapplied payments Maintain and reconcile accounts receivable sub-ledgers and related balances Generate invoices and support ongoing billing processes across multiple entities Review payment platforms and ensure proper application of transactions Assist with monthly close activities including reconciliations and reporting Provide supporting documentation and analysis for audits and internal requests Contribute to ongoing system and process improvements, including ERP transition efforts What Makes This Role Attractive Stable, well-established organization with global backing Hybrid schedule with flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration Opportunity to step into a focused A/R role with clear ownership and impact Supportive, low-micromanagement environment where individuals manage their own workflow Exposure to a system transition to SAP and process improvement initiatives Tight-knit accounting and finance team with strong tenure What You Bring 4+ years of accounts receivable cash applications experience Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume transactional work Solid understanding of accounting principles and reconciliations Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics GP; SAP exposure is a plus Ability to investigate discrepancies and resolve payment issues independently Organized, reliable, and comfortable working in a structured environment Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Schedule & Benefits Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote (Atlanta/Smyrna/Vinings area) Full benefits package including PTO, holidays, and 401(k) with company match #GHJSS #LI-AS1 We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.