Accounts Receivable Analyst

Accounts Receivable Analyst

Rutherford, NJ | Full-Time, Temp to Permanent

Salary: $60,000 - $80,000

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Analyst to join their growing finance team in Lyndhurst, NJ. This role is ideal for an experienced AR professional who enjoys digging into data, resolving discrepancies, improving processes, and building strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.

The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of the full accounts receivable cycle, including collections, cash applications, deductions, chargebacks, and customer account analysis. Experience working with large retail customers such as Amazon, Macy's, or similar national retailers is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable Analysis

• Analyze aging reports and customer account activity to identify collection risks and trends.
• Investigate payment discrepancies, short-pays, deductions, and unapplied cash.
• Review AR metrics and support initiatives that improve cash flow and reduce DSO.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support audit requests.
• Assist with month-end close and financial reporting activities.

Collections

• Proactively follow up on past-due customer balances.
• Conduct collection calls and email outreach to secure timely payments.
• Research and resolve billing disputes and payment issues.
• Escalate high-risk accounts and collection concerns when appropriate.

Cash Applications

• Apply customer payments accurately and timely.
• Reconcile daily cash receipts and ensure proper supporting documentation.
• Research unapplied cash and payment discrepancies.
• Partner with Finance and Accounting teams to ensure accurate account postings.

Customer & Internal Support

• Serve as a primary point of contact for customer payment and billing inquiries.
• Build positive working relationships with clients and internal departments.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Finance teams to resolve account issues efficiently.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Accounts Receivable, Collections, or related accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of AR processes, cash applications, collections, and account reconciliations.
• Experience managing retailer portals, remittance retrieval, and customer payment documentation.
• Knowledge of chargebacks, deductions, compliance programs, and large retailer requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including reporting and analysis functions.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field strongly preferred.

What You'll Bring

• A proactive approach to identifying and solving AR issues.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A process improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement.

Compensation: $60,000 - $80,000 plus benefits

If you're an Accounts Receivable professional who enjoys analysis, problem-solving, collections, and working directly with customers, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit resumes to View email address on click.appcast.io for immediate consideration.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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