Accounts Receivable Specialist (Cash Applications)

Beacon Hill; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable professional in San Francisco to manage daily cash receipts, post payments to donor, member, customer, and grant accounts, and research unapplied cash. You will reconcile cash receipts and AR balances, monitor aging, assist with collections, and support month-end and year-end close activities, including reports for management.

A nonprofit background and strong Excel skills are preferred, with experience using ERP systems such as

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, or related accounting experience.
• Experience processing high-volume cash receipts and account reconciliations.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting or ERP systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a nonprofit environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply daily cash receipts including ACH, wire transfers, checks, lockbox payments, grants, and other funding sources.
• Accurately post payments to donor, member, customer, and grant accounts.
• Research and resolve unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, and account variances.
• Reconcile cash receipts and AR balances on a regular basis.
• Monitor aging reports and assist with collections on outstanding balances.
• Work closely with Development, Finance, Programs, and external stakeholders to resolve payment issues.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for audits and compliance requirements.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Prepare cash application and accounts receivable reports for management.
• Support annual audits and provide requested documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking / time management

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Blackbaud

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Financial Edge

Job description

• Apply daily cash receipts including ACH, wire transfers, checks, lockbox payments, grants, and other funding sources.
• Accurately post payments to donor, member, customer, and grant accounts.
• Research and resolve unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, and account variances.
• Reconcile cash receipts and AR balances on a regular basis.
• Monitor aging reports and assist with collections on outstanding balances.
• Work closely with Development, Finance, Programs, and external stakeholders to resolve payment issues.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for audits and compliance requirements.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Prepare cash application and accounts receivable reports for management.
• Support annual audits and provide requested documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, or related accounting experience.
• Experience processing high-volume cash receipts and account reconciliations.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting or ERP systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a nonprofit environment is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience working with grants, donations, membership revenue, or restricted funds.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and fund accounting.
• Experience with systems such as Blackbaud, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Financial Edge, or similar accounting software.
  

Desired Skills and Experience

Responsibilities

• Apply daily cash receipts including ACH, wire transfers, checks, lockbox payments, grants, and other funding sources.
• Accurately post payments to donor, member, customer, and grant accounts.
• Research and resolve unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, and account variances.
• Reconcile cash receipts and AR balances on a regular basis.
• Monitor aging reports and assist with collections on outstanding balances.
• Work closely with Development, Finance, Programs, and external stakeholders to resolve payment issues.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for audits and compliance requirements.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Prepare cash application and accounts receivable reports for management.
• Support annual audits and provide requested documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, or related accounting experience.
• Experience processing high-volume cash receipts and account reconciliations.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting or ERP systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a nonprofit environment is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience working with grants, donations, membership revenue, or restricted funds.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and fund accounting.
• Experience with systems such as Blackbaud, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Financial Edge, or similar accounting software.
  

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Company Profile

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

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