Accounts Receivable (AR) Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Accounts Receivable (AR) Analyst

Location: Sugar Land, TX

Compensation: $55,000 – $60,000 annually

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Job Summary

We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable (AR) Analyst to join a growing finance team in Sugar Land, TX. This role is responsible for analyzing accounts receivable activity, ensuring timely payment collection, reconciling customer accounts, and identifying opportunities to improve cash flow and AR processes. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and experience working in a fast-paced accounting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze accounts receivable aging to identify delinquent accounts and collection trends
• Perform B2B collections and communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, deductions, short pays, and unapplied cash
• Reconcile customer accounts and prepare account analysis to ensure accuracy
• Apply customer payments and maintain accurate AR records
• Collaborate with sales, customer service, and operations to resolve billing and payment issues
• Prepare AR reports, aging schedules, and cash collection metrics for management
• Assist with month-end close activities, including AR reconciliations and reporting
• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance cash flow and reduce outstanding receivables
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounts receivable, AR analysis, or commercial collections experience
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes, reconciliations, and cash application
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• Experience with high-volume receivables and reporting
• Background in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environments is a plus

Why Choose Addison Group?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data to ensure you receive fair market compensation.
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and Life Insurance.
• Career Growth: Our recruiters have direct client relationships, providing access to exclusive opportunities that are not available elsewhere.
• Flexibility: We are committed to finding the right fit for both you and the employer, offering opportunities that align with your career goals.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.