W2 job to a staffing company
Location: 3 MacArthur Place, Santa Ana, CA, USA
Top Skills: SAP - Attention to detail and critical thinking, Ability to apply accounting and mathematical principles to work as needed, Excellent customer service skills
Role Responsibilities:
• Oversee customer AR and make collection effort include but not limited to: contacting customers through phone call or e-mail, provide backup information such as individual invoice copies as well as warranty information
• Manage the A/R Confirmations process and assist with various Internal/External Audits
• Follow and manage delinquent accounts: contacting, communicating and managing collection agencies. Providing necessary information to facilitate collection effort
• Provide additional reporting and various support initiatives for different stakeholders such as credit department, RSM, accounting management, etc.
• Manage and assist payment and other adjustment for AR posting and clearing suspense accounts
• Perform detailed analysis and obtain back-ups based on policy for the issuance of any credit memo or debit memo
• Perform any ad hoc projects as assigned by management, independently leading cross functional teams by proactively engaging other departments and personnel as required
• As the AR team Lead, assist Finance Manager to ensure proper training, development, and delegation of tasks within the team
Skills And Qualifications
Qualifications:
• Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, or related financial discipline field
• 3 year(s) accounts receivable, credit, and/or collections experience in a high volume B2B environment required
• Must have experience with medium to high level of MS Office Suite
• Proficiency in Excel is a firm requirement
• SAP experience required
Necessary Skill / Attributes:
• Strong accounting understanding
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
• Ability to interact with all levels within the organization and have frequent external contacts
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality
• Effective verbal, listening and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as a team member
• Integrity
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Beeline Summary:
The main function of an accounting assistant is to compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. A typical accounting assistant is responsible for a wide range of technology and can work in areas closely related to computers.
Job Responsibilities:
Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers.
Calculate, prepare, and issue bills, invoices, account statements, and other financial statements according to established procedures.
Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software.
Check figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
Skills:
Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking.
Ability to work independently and manage one s time.
Ability to apply accounting and mathematical principles to work as needed.
Knowledge of federal, state, and company policies, procedures and regulations as related to accounting.
Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and any other related accounting software.
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree in accounting or related financial discipline preferred.
5-7 years financial and/or accounting experience required.