Accounts Receivable Specialist – On-Site Growth & Benefits

Sara INC; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) match

Profit sharing

ESOP

Job summary

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) invites applications for an Accounts Receivable Clerk at our Cypress, CA location.

This on-site role offers exposure to accounting disciplines and professional growth within SARA or at our Colorado Springs location. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or 2–4 years of accounting experience, strong GAAP understanding, and excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or, in lieu of degree, 2 - 4 years of experience in Accounting-related work.
• Understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Research and problem-solving skills; quick learner and ability to juggle multiple tasks.
• Organization skills with exceptional attention to detail; works well in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Teams, Word, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to type 35 WPM or greater.
• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Enter projects in accounting system per billing and revenue requirements.
• Enter and maintain contract revenue and billing formulas in the accounting system.
• Review new contract billing requirements to ensure customer standards are met before submission.
• Review bills for accuracy and completeness.
• Review contract costs to assist project management review.
• Communicate with project managers and contracts across locations regarding funding limits.
• Build relationships with customers.
• Assist with collections.
• File and maintain accounting records.
• Process cash receipts.
• Perform other accounting projects as assigned.

Skills

GAAP understanding

Problem solving

Quick learner

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Verbal and written communication

Security clearance eligibility

Typing 35 WPM

US Citizenship

Ability to lift up to 15 pounds

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

5–10 years of accounting experience

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) invites applications for an Accounts Receivable Clerk at our Cypress, CA location.

This on-site role offers exposure to accounting disciplines and professional growth within SARA or at our Colorado Springs location. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or 2–4 years of accounting experience, strong GAAP understanding, and excellent communication and organizational skills.