Senior Accounting Receivable Specialist

: Responsibilities

• Deposit and post incoming payments from bank wires, checks, cash, lock boxes against customer accounts accurately and in a timely manner by identifying the correct client account, determining an appropriate billing system for posting the payment.
• Research and accurately allocate payments to outstanding invoices.
• Ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted by performing daily payment reconciliations through bank and system reporting.
• Compile daily cash control report to reconcile deposits with posting of payments.
• Maintain documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with The Post's policies and accepted accounting practices.
• Research unidentified payments by contacting bank, internal stakeholders or customers/clients to determine posting to accounts accurately.
• Process non-automated payments by scanning checks, counting cash, and making bank deposits.
• Provide excellent customer service regarding payments inquiries, accepting cash/payment deposits from internal and external business partners.
• Assist with other A/R projects and other related duties as needed.

Requirements

• High school degree required; college degree preferred.
• 3+ years billing, collections, and accounts receivable experience
• Knowledge of applicable accounts receivable/general ledger systems and accounting principles
• Proficient Excel skills: knowledge of billing/GL (Oracle, SAP) systems is preferred.
• Banking knowledge and experience is preferred.
• Ability to perform data entry tasks thoroughly and accurately to meet daily deadlines.
• Excellent communication, detail orientation, and customer service skills

Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and two personal days
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
• Robust mental health resources
• Backup care and caregiver concierge services
• Gender affirming services
• Pet insurance
• Free Post digital subscription
• Leadership and career development programs

Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status. The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed. The innovation doesn't end in the Newsroom - dozens of teams power The Washington Post. We are now hiring the next innovator - how will you Impact Tomorrow? #washpostlife