Collections/AR Assistant

Ledgent-Finance-; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent-Finance- is seeking a Collector / Accounts Receivable Assistant in Pasadena, CA. This onsite, contract-to-hire role supports a growing accounting team by managing collections for a large customer base and assisting with AR activities.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of collections experience, strong Excel skills, and good communication. SAP experience is a plus; manufacturing/retail exposure is preferred. Schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, onsite in Pasadena.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of collections experience.
• Strong Excel and systems experience.
• SAP experience is a plus, but not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and learn quickly.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or retail environments preferred.
• Stable work history preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage collections for 250+ customer accounts.
• Follow up on outstanding balances via email and phone.
• Handle credit holds, credit limit reviews, and customer inquiries.
• Process customer payments and account adjustments.
• Assist with new customer setup.
• Support bank deposits and cash receipt processing.
• Serve as backup to the AR Clerk.
• Cross-train on AP functions to provide departmental support as needed.

Skills

Collections experience

Excel

Communication skills

SAP experience

Independence

Manufacturing experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Collections/AR Assistant (JN -082026-427673) Pasadena, California

Salary: USD30 - USD32 per hour

Collector / Accounts Receivable Assistant
Pasadena, CA (Onsite)
Contract-to-Hire | $30-32/hr

A well-established manufacturing company in Pasadena is seeking a Collector / Accounts Receivable Assistant to join its accounting team. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys building relationships, managing accounts, and supporting a collaborative accounting department.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of collections experience
• Strong Excel and systems experience
• SAP experience is a plus, but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and learn quickly
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or retail environments preferred
• Stable work history preferred

Responsibilities:

• Manage collections for 250+ customer accounts
• Follow up on outstanding balances via email and phone
• Handle credit holds, credit limit reviews, and customer inquiries
• Process customer payments and account adjustments
• Assist with new customer setup
• Support bank deposits and cash receipt processing
• Serve as backup to the AR Clerk
• Cross-train on AP functions to provide departmental support as needed

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday
• 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• Fully onsite in Pasadena, CA