Accounts Receivable Accountant

Accounts Receivable AccountantLHH is seeking an Accounts Receivable Accountant to manage customer receivables, lead business-to-business (B2B) collections, evaluate customer credit, and support month-end close. This role balances timely collections and sound credit decisions with accurate accounting and strong customer relationships.Responsibilities:Manage a portfolio of B2B accounts, monitor aging reports, and follow up on past-due balances to drive timely payment.Research and resolve payment discrepancies, short payments, deductions, and billing disputes in partnership with customers and internal teams.Review credit applications, credit reports, trade references, and payment history to assess customer creditworthiness.Make credit decisions within established authority, including setting or adjusting credit limits and payment terms and placing or releasing credit holds; escalate exceptions as needed.Maintain accurate customer account records and credit documentation, and monitor changes in payment behavior and credit exposure.Record and reconcile customer payments, credits, and account adjustments; investigate unapplied cash and outstanding items.Support month-end close by preparing AR-related journal entries, reconciling the AR subledger to the general ledger, and completing account reconciliations.Prepare aging and collections reports, identify potential bad debt, and assist with allowance and write-off recommendations.Provide supporting documentation for audits and help improve AR, collections, and credit processes.Qualifications:Experience in accounts receivable accounting, B2B collections, and customer credit review.Experience making credit decisions and managing credit limits, payment terms, and account holds.Working knowledge of month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and lookup functions, and experience with accounting or ERP systems.Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve account issues professionally and meet deadlines.Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field strongly preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.