Accountant, Accounts Receivable

American Bankers Association; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

American Bankers Association is seeking an Accountant, Accounts Receivable to maintain AR records, apply payments, and support reconciliations. The role emphasizes accurate financial processing within Nimble AMS and the AMS/ERP environment, ensuring timely postings and high-quality customer service.

You will collaborate with business units, support monthly close, and handle VEBA accounting and audit schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• Experience with GAAP financial reporting and high-volume transaction processing.
• Ability to work with multiple accounting systems and reconcile GL accounts.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Apply payments (ACH, wire, checks, credit cards) to memberships and AR in Nimble AMS.
• Process credit card chargebacks and post journal entries in the general ledger.
• Reconcile GL accounts and prepare audit schedules.
• Oversee VEBA financial operations and monthly reconciliations.
• Assist HR data collection for financial reporting and close processes.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Nimble AMS

Workday

AMS/ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Want to work for a great Organization?

The American Bankers Association is the banking industry's champion. Joining ABA makes you part of a team that: has Extraordinary People - ABA experts are the \"go to\" sources for bankers, policy makers and the media for credible information and insights for the banking industry. has Unmatched Scope and Scale - ABA's unparalleled information and services keep members current, knowledgeable and prepared. is Impact-Driven - ABA has a proven record of bringing about positive change for our members and the industry. We take action and achieve results. Plus competitive pay, an outstanding benefits package, a convenient DC location, a professional collegial work environment and an opportunity to work on issues of national significance equals a winning combination!

Employer of Choice: ABA is recognized with a 2025 Great Company Culture Award and 2025 Great Place to Work designation!

Job Description:

Position Overview: The Accountant, Accounts Receivable (AR) is responsible for performing activities to support the timely and accurate maintenance of detailed accounts receivable records through an automated system.

The Accountant, AR will apply ACH, wire, check, and credit card payments to balances in the Association Management System (AMS). This role will also process credit card chargebacks and issue past-due invoices to customers through the AMS while providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Finally, the Accountant, AR performs reconciliations of various general ledger accounts, supports collection efforts through follow-up calls, and manages financial operations related to the VEBA account, including the preparation of financial statements and audit schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

Receipts/Payment Recording and Maintenance:

Apply payments received in membership, accounts receivable, and lockboxes in Nimble AMS

Apply ACH and wire payments in Nimble AMS

Apply credit card payments that are submitted outside of Nimble AMS

Deposit checks

Maintain Unapplied Receivable log

Work with business units to locate orders for/resolve unapplied receipts

Verify Check/Lockbox log

Review and process Credit Card Merchant chargebacks

Upload invoices into various customer-specific payment platforms to ensure timely processing in adherence to client requirements

Financial recordkeeping related to Accounts Receivable:

Perform daily exports of Nimble batches and import into Workday for posting

Record monthly credit card fees to the general ledger via journal entry and submit any required journal entries

Reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness

Process adjustments against customers' accounts in Nimble as needed

Other: 20%

Oversee the financial operations for the VEBA plan, including monthly reconciliations, preparation of financial statements, and development of audit schedules. Partner with HR to collect data required for accurate financial reporting

Prepare journal entries – including recurring and adjusting, monthly allocations, and reclassifications to support accurate financial close processes

Maintain a detailed accrual tracking schedule to ensure completeness and accuracy for the year-end-close

Other duties as assigned

Customer Service:

Address customers' needs as they relate to Accounts Receivable inquiries, including monitoring ABAReceivable inbox and responding to customers' inquiries

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in accounting required

3-5 years of related experience; General Ledger experience; Experience with high-volume transaction processing; Experience with reconciling general ledger accounts

Ability to work with various accounting systems

Understanding GAAP principles and financial reporting

Exceptional attention to detail required

Ability to effectively handle multiple priorities while maintaining an organized workload and meeting deadlines

Ability to work well within teams as well as independently

Experience with Financial Management Systems required, experience with Workday and Association Management Software (AMS)/Enterprise Relationship Management Systems preferred; Nimble AMS strongly preferred

Ability to adapt to various accounting/banking applications

Word, Excel and similar desktop software experience

Excellent problem-solving skills

Ability to communicate effectively with customers, both verbally and in writing; strong communication skills required

Adaptable to change

Strong sense of accountability and integrity

Target base salary for the role:

$90,000 - $98,000.00

Salary Band Range:

$70,905.00 - $99,300.00 - $127,695.00

American Bankers Association (ABA) is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.