Accounts Receivable Specialist - Detail-Driven and Collaborative

Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson University is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support the Finance Department by processing payments, recording funds, and maintaining AR records across campus. The role involves reconciling cash activity, resolving discrepancies, assisting with month-end close and financial reporting, and coordinating with other departments to ensure accurate receipts and coding.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years AR experience, an associate degree, and strong Excel and customer service skills;

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years accounts receivable or accounting experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Experience in higher education or experience with an ERP/accounting system is preferred.
• Personal commitment to Simpson University values and lifestyle policies.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• Process and post daily payments, deposits and other incoming receipts.
• Prepare invoices and monitor outstanding accounts receivable.
• Research unidentified deposits, unapplied cash, and resolve payment, billing and account discrepancies.
• Reconcile accounts receivable activity to the general ledger.
• Process account adjustments, refunds, and corrections as needed.
• Maintain organized documentation and supporting records for transactions.
• Assist with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Prepare documentation and reports for audit.
• Work closely with other Simpson University departments to resolve account issues and ensure transactions are recorded accurately.
• Perform other Finance Department duties and special projects as assigned.
• Coordinate with University departments to identify the source, purpose, fund, department and appropriate coding for receipts.
• Process approved adjustments, refunds and corrections.
• Coordinate with Student Accounts regarding student-related receivables while maintaining Finance’s accounting and reconciliation responsibilities.

Skills

Excel

Detail-oriented

Communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field

Tools

ERP/accounting system

Job description

Simpson University is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support the Finance Department by processing payments, recording funds, and maintaining AR records across campus. The role involves reconciling cash activity, resolving discrepancies, assisting with month-end close and financial reporting, and coordinating with other departments to ensure accurate receipts and coding.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years AR experience, an associate degree, and strong Excel and customer service skills;