Senior Accounts Receivable Analyst

Role Description

The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.

Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work.

Location: Remote

Salary: $55,000 - $65,000

What You'll Do

• Lead daily cash application activities across multiple payment methods, ensuring transactions are processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with internal controls while partnering with outsourced service providers to resolve escalated issues.
• Investigate and resolve complex unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, and reconciliation challenges, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Analyze accounts receivable and cash application data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations that support cash flow, working capital, and operational objectives.
• Develop and deliver reporting, dashboards, and key performance metrics while supporting month-end close activities, audits, customer payment dispute resolution, and aging reduction efforts.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating workflows, identifying automation opportunities, collaborating cross-functionally with Finance, Sales, Customer Service, IT, Treasury, and banking partners, and serving as a subject matter expert on AR processes and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Receivable, Cash Application, Credit & Collections, or related finance functions.
• Strong expertise in cash application, reconciliations, dispute management, and accounts receivable processes, with a proven ability to resolve complex payment and transaction issues.
• Advanced analytical skills with experience working with large data sets, identifying trends, developing insights, and recommending process improvements that drive operational performance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, and other financial systems, along with strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k with company match
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation & recognition programs

Company Description

Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.