Junior Accounts Receivable Analyst

Skechers; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Skechers in Manhattan Beach, CA is seeking a Junior Accounts Receivable Analyst to support the Credit & Collections team and assist with customer account management, payment processing, and dispute resolution. The role offers exposure to accounting processes and a path to grow in finance, credit, or collections.

You will monitor aging, follow up on past-due invoices, assist with cash posting, and prepare AR reports while maintaining accurate customer records in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Finance, Customer Service, or related administrative role.
• Internship experience in finance or accounting is a plus.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with accounting/financial coursework.
• Equivalent work experience may substitute for 1 year of accounting education.

Responsibilities

• Monitor customer accounts and review aging reports.
• Assist in following up on past-due invoices via email and phone.
• Maintain records of collection efforts and customer communications.
• Generate customer statements and account summaries as requested.
• Assist with cash posting and payment application research.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate payment discrepancies.
• Research unapplied cash and support resolution efforts.
• Prepare AR reports and account analyses.
• Update customer contact information and account notes.
• Respond to customer inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Escalate issues to senior analysts or management as appropriate.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Excel Proficiency

Detail-oriented

Communication

ERP Experience

Problem Solving

Team Player

Education

High School Diploma

Accounting Courses

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Junior Accounts Receivable Analyst supports the Credit & Collections team and the Accounts Receivable Analyst by assisting with customer account management, payment processing, collections activities, account reconciliations, and dispute resolution. This position provides an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to build a career in finance, accounting, credit, or collections.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, analytical, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

Accounts Receivable Support

• Monitor customer accounts and review aging reports.
• Assist in following up on past-due invoices through email and phone communication.
• Maintain accurate records of collection efforts and customer communications.
• Generate customer statements and account summaries as requested.

Cash Application & Reconciliation

• Assist with cash posting and payment application research.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate payment discrepancies.
• Research unapplied cash and support resolution efforts.
• Support month-end account reconciliation activities.

Deductions & Dispute Management

• Assist in researching customer deductions, chargebacks, shortages, and invoice disputes.
• Gather supporting documentation to resolve customer claims.
• Track open deductions and provide status updates to management.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve payment issues.

Reporting & Administration

• Prepare AR reports and account analyses.
• Maintain customer account records and documentation.
• Update customer contact information and account notes.
• Support reporting requests from management and business partners.

Customer Service

• Respond promptly and professionally to customer inquiries.
• Build positive relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Escalate unresolved issues to senior analysts or management as appropriate.

What You'll Bring

• 1 - 2 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Finance, Customer Service, or an administrative role.
• Internship experience in finance or accounting is a plus.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1 year of accounting and/or financial business classes.
• Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of 1 year of accounting education.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Basic understanding of accounting and financial concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to analyze information and solve problems effectively.
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Exposure to retail, wholesale, consumer products, or distribution environments.
• Familiarity with deductions, chargebacks, or collections processes.

Pay range for this position is $58,000 – $70,000/year USD.

About Skechers

Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing [e-mail].

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.