Jr. Accountant

Our client, a package delivery and supply chain management company, is seeking an experienced Accountant for a 4 month contract role in Alpharetta, GA. This role is hybrid. Job Responsibilities: Apply customer payments accurately and timely to accounts receivable balances. Review and research unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, and short payments. Analyze and process customer credits, deductions, refunds, and adjustments according to company policies. Reconcile customer accounts to ensure accurate account balances and resolve outstanding discrepancies. Investigate billing issues and collaborate with customers, sales teams, and internal departments to resolve payment-related concerns. Monitor aging reports and assist with collection efforts when necessary. Prepare and maintain documentation supporting account reconciliations, credit memos, and payment transactions. Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and audit requirements. Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts receivable. Generate and maintain AR reports and provide analysis to management as needed. Qualifications: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. 2+ years of accounts receivable, cash application, or accounting experience preferred. Understanding of accounts receivable processes, account reconciliations, and billing and/or collections. Experience applying customer payments through ACH, wire transfers, checks, lockbox, and credit card transactions. Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, PivotTables, and data analysis. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial transactions. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Corps Team