Accounts Receivable Specialist

California Erosion Control; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm in Rancho Cordova is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to handle various accounting tasks including managing accounts, issuing invoices, and maintaining financial records. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of accounts receivable experience. The role offers an hourly wage of $25.00-40.00, with a 2% raise every six months for performance. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and expertise in automated accounting systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Two or more years of accounts receivable experience required.
• Ability to apply discretion and trust with confidential material.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in financial data entry.

Responsibilities

• Process daily accounts receivable records and statements.
• Prepare and send invoices for goods and services.
• Manage collections and resolve account discrepancies.
• Produce daily, weekly, and monthly reports for management.

Skills

Accounts receivable management

Customer service

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Two or more years accounts receivable experience

Tools

Automated accounting programs

Job description

This is a full-time Accounts Receivable Specialist role located on-site in Rancho Cordova, CA. The Accounts Receivable Specialist performs a variety of clerical accounting tasks and will handle monitoring and managing accounts, issuing invoices, processing payments, and maintaining accurate financial records. The position includes handling debt collection efforts, producing reports on outstanding balances, and corresponding with customers to ensure timely payment. The role also involves collaborating with other departments to support financial health and compliance. Duties and Responsibilities include the following, but other duties may be assigned.

Responsibilities

• Process daily accounts receivable (A/R) records, statements and reports into computerized programs
• Prepare, verify and send invoices for goods and services via emailing, postal mailing, or uploading to customer computerized programs
• Maintain detailed reports of customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions
• Resolve account discrepancies and oversee collections
• Manage weekly revenue and record all checks into computerized programs
• Establish and maintain confidential employer and business files
• Produce and prepare daily, weekly, monthly reports for manager
• Verify transactions comply with financial policies and procedures established by the company
• Uphold professionalism by providing courteous customer service to visitors, customers, and vendors
• Take initiative & show pride in your work
• Show self-motivation and determination for growth

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, required
• Two or more years accounts receivable (A/R) experience, required
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered
• Construction accounts receivable experience, preferred
• General understanding of accounting practices and principles, required
• Experience with automated accounting programs and systems, required
• Excellent computer skills using 10-Key by touch and ability to type 40 WPM, required
• Proficient ability to communicate in English orally and in writing, required
• Ability to apply discretion and trust with confidential material, required
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial data, required
• Ability to effectively apply analytical and problem-solving skills, required
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines, required
• Skill in high-volume, fast-paced environments with ever-changing priorities, required
• Experience in a start-up business, preferred

Education / Experience

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and two or more years related experience and/or training.

Language Ability

Ability to pull routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Hourly Wage Range

$25.00-40.00 per hour + 2% every 6 months