A/R Specialist

A/R Specialist

Job Category: Accounting

Full-Time

On-site

Houston, TX 77042, USA

Description

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We're guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

As an Accounts Receivable Specialist at LJA, you will be responsible for monitoring and managing cash applications, reconciliations, ensuring timely deposits, and maintaining accurate financial records. You will collaborate with internal teams and customers to resolve billing issues while supporting overall accounting operations and process improvements.

A typical day might include:

• Processing cash applications, including ACH, wires, lockboxes, checks, and credit cards
• Handle the processing of all cash and reconciliation, identifying and resolving variances efficiently
• Managing the A/R mailbox and responding to customer inquiries, providing invoices, statements
• Interact with various internal operations teams and project managers to assist with service and support for clients
• Preparing A/R reports, audit support documentation, and write-off records
• Provide customer service regarding AR issues, process clients' refunds, process and review account adjustments, resolve payment discrepancies and short payments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address cash application issues
• Investigating and resolving discrepancies between payments received and invoices, which may involve contacting customers or other departments. Support Manager to establish, maintain, and improve operational processes and relationships, both internal and external
• Reconciling bank deposits to the amounts recorded in the accounting system, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.

Required Education/License/Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Some college coursework in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Relevant certifications or additional training in accounting or financial systems are a plus

Required Qualifications:

• 3-4 years of professional experience in Accounts Receivable and/or Cash Application required
• Detail-oriented professional with a strong sense of urgency and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to analyze payment information, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Requires initiative based on familiarity with the organization and accounting practices and procedures
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment; ability to accurately work under pressure in meeting deadlines
• Requires consistent performance, the ability to manage tasks efficiently under deadlines
• High level of attention to detail to ensure all work is completed correctly and on time.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and relevant regulations.
• Experienced Accounts Receivable/Collections professional who works under minimum supervision; integral part of accounting team working with operating groups, support staff and accounting management.

Ideally, you should also have:

• Processed high-volume electronic and manual payments (ACH, wire, checks, and credit cards) with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Managed large daily payment volumes, ensuring proper application and reconciliation across multiple accounts and systems
• Identified and resolved payment discrepancies efficiently while maintaining consistency and attention to detail in high-volume environments

Level up with LJA:

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.

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