Accounts Receivable Accountant

Ledgent-Finance-; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

Ledgent-Finance- in Houston is seeking an Accounts Receivable Accountant to manage invoicing, payments, and month-end close. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 2+ years in AR and general accounting within a logistics or similar environment.

The position offers a direct hire path in a growing company with a salary between $65k and $75k plus bonus, and strong benefits and culture. Immediate impact and opportunities for learning are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable and general accounting (journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close) required.
• Experience reviewing invoices, payment activity, and customer account balances.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with an ERP or accounting system.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices.
• Review orders, bills of lading, pricing, taxes, and documentation before billing.
• Perform journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Apply customer payments and credits accurately.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate unapplied cash and discrepancies.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on past due balances.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

General Ledger

Excel

ERP System

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP Software

Job description

Accounts Receivable Accountant (JN -092026-430895) Houston, Texas

Salary: USD75000 - USD75000 per year + Plus bonus

Galleria area logistics company has an immediate need for an Accounts Receivable Accountant on a direct hire basis. This position is an outstanding opportunity with a ton of growth and learning potential. We are looking for a candidate with their Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable and general accounting including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue accurate and timely customer invoices.
• Review sales orders, fulfillment records, bills of lading, pricing, quantities, taxes, and supporting documentation before billing.
• Perform journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Apply customer payments, prepayments, credits, and other account activity accurately.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate unapplied cash, short payments, overpayments, and account discrepancies.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on past due balances.
• Maintain current records of unbilled transactions, open invoices, customer prepayments, and collection activity.
• Prepare credit memos, rebills, and billing adjustments after receiving appropriate approval.
• Respond to customer billing inquiries and provide supporting invoice documentation.
• Assist with accounts receivable aging reports, month end close activities, audit requests, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain clear and organized documentation for customer transactions and account activity.
• Escalate significant billing, collection, or customer account issues to the Accounting Manager or Controller.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable and also with general ledger (account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close) required
• Experience reviewing invoices, payment activity, and customer account balances.
• Strong organizational and follow up skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with an ERP or accounting system.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Salary range is $65-75K plus bonus. Outstanding benefits and company culture!