Description:
In-person position located in Needham, MA
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Lead the monthly billing process by ensuring the timely and accurate invoicing of customers
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Establish relationships with key business partners & customers, and liaise directly with customers as the main billing contact for invoicing and collection activities
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Take a proactive approach to engage and manage day-to-day collection activities to improve customer account delinquencies
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Verify discrepancies and resolve clients’ billing issues
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Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients
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Maintain an orderly, up-to-date electronic filing system for all receivable transactions
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Work cross-functionally with Sales, Customer Support, and Account Management teams to understand customer relationships for timely collection efforts
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Prepare weekly A/R analysis for management review
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Perform financial transactions, posting, and recording of accounts receivable data
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Prepare and complete required GL recons for month-end closing
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Assist in annual audit, compiling accounts receivable information as requested
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Receipt of checks and preparation of bank deposits as needed
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Assist Accounting Manager with credit reviews of customers and determine payment terms to minimize bad debt risk
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Review customer and supplier contract terms and conditions and implement processes to comply with various contract requirements
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Perform ongoing maintenance of the accounts receivable reporting tools and other financial systems
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Drive process improvements in the billing, collections, and AR functions
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Additional duties and projects as assigned by the manager
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required
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Minimum of f 2-3 years of direct accounting experience
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Knowledge of accounts receivable and general accounting procedures
