The Accounts Receivable/Payables Analyst is responsible for managing the full cycle of accounts activities, ensuring the accurate and timely collection/entry of outstanding invoices. This role plays a critical part in maintaining healthy cash flow and supporting the financial operations of the organization by monitoring customer accounts, resolving billing discrepancies, and month end close
Billing & Invoicing
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Generate, review, and distribute accurate customer invoices in a timely manner
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Ensure billing entries align with contracts, purchase orders, and service agreements
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Process credit memos, adjustments, and billing corrections as needed
Collections & Cash Application
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Monitor and follow up on outstanding balances to ensure timely payment
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Communicate with customers/vendors via phone and email regarding overdue accounts
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Post and reconcile incoming payments (ACH, wire, check, credit card)
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Prepare and distribute aging reports to management on a weekly/monthly basis
Account Reconciliation & Reporting
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Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies and short payments
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Assist with month-end close activities including AR/AP accruals and journal entries
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Prepare DSO (Days Sales Outstanding) and other KPI reports for finance leadership
Customer & Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Serve as a primary point of contact for customer/vendor billing inquiries
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Partner with Sales, Operations, and Customer Success teams to resolve disputes
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Assist with customer credit evaluations and recommend credit limit adjustments
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Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and schedules
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
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2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or a related finance role
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Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)
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Strong understanding of GAAP principles and AR/AP best practices
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Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Effective written and verbal communication skills for customer/vendor -facing interactions
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Experience with Salesforce CRM or similar customer management platforms
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Familiarity with automated billing and collections software
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Accuracy & Attention to Detail — consistently produces error-free work under deadlines
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Customer Focus — maintains professional, solution-oriented communication with clients
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Initiative — proactively identifies issues and drives resolution without being prompted
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Collaboration — builds productive relationships across departments and with external partners
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Adaptability — thrives in dynamic environments with evolving priorities
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This position is primarily office-based or hybrid, with standard business hours Monday through Friday. The role requires extended periods of computer use. Occasional overtime may be required during month-end or year-end close periods.