AR Analyst - Contract

Vaco by Highspring; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

A professional services organization in Atlanta seeks an experienced Accounts Receivable Analyst on a contract basis, with potential for permanent hire. Responsibilities include monitoring receivables, managing collections, and preparing reports. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and over five years of experience in accounts receivable, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems. This role is hybrid, with in-office days and offers competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Accounts Receivable experience, ideally in an analytical capacity.
• Experience reconciling customer accounts and handling collections in a corporate environment.
• Prior experience with AR automation tools or process improvement initiatives is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor outstanding receivables and proactively manage the collections process.
• Prepare and analyze AR aging reports, highlighting trends and risks.
• Support month-end close activities and assist with audits.

Skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP/accounting systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP)

Job description

Overview

This range is provided by Vaco by Highspring. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range
$35.00/hr - $40.00/hr

Role: Accounts Receivable Analyst (Contract with potential for permanent hire)
Location: Atlanta, GA - Hybrid (Mon-Thurs onsite, Fridays remote; Battery area)
Compensation: $35-$40/hour

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Analyst to join a growing professional services organization on a contract basis with potential for permanent hire depending on business needs. This role is key to maintaining healthy cash flow, ensuring timely collections, and supporting client relationships through accurate and efficient AR processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly analytical, and thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor outstanding receivables and proactively manage the collections process
• Communicate with clients to resolve payment delays or disputes in a professional manner
• Review, reconcile, and maintain accuracy of customer accounts; apply cash receipts and payments correctly
• Prepare and analyze AR aging reports, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Partner cross-functionally with sales, client success, and billing teams to resolve discrepancies
• Support month-end close activities, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables
• Assist with internal and external audits by gathering and providing necessary documentation
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance AR efficiency and client satisfaction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered)
• 5+ years of hands-on Accounts Receivable experience, ideally in an analytical capacity
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs (Excel test required)
• Strong communication skills - ability to speak clearly and professionally with clients is critical
• Prior experience reconciling customer accounts and handling collections in a corporate environment
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or similar
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting

Nice to Have

• Experience with Salesforce and/or NetSuite strongly preferred
• Professional services, SaaS, or data-driven business model exposure
• Familiarity with AR automation tools or process improvement initiatives

Additional Details

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. In geographies requiring salary range disclosure, the salary range is noted in this posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Job Function and Industry

• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Technology, Information and Internet

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