Sr. Accountant (Sr. AR Billing Specialist) at Sparks Group

Sparks Group has partnered with a renowned government transportation contractor to seek a highly skilled and results-oriented Senior Accounts Receivable Accountant. This role involves a comprehensive range of responsibilities, including reviewing, reconciling, and processing Accounts Receivable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. You will play a crucial role in optimizing cash flow and maintaining strong customer relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Drive Revenue Collection: Actively support the Accounts Receivable department in billing and collection activities, ensuring timely and efficient revenue recognition.
• Resolve Discrepancies: Conduct thorough reviews, research, and resolution of Accounts Receivable credits, unapplied receipts, and other discrepancies.
• Maintain Account Accuracy: Perform corrective journal entries for collection activities and NSF (Non-Sufficient Funds) transactions.
• Assess Credit Risk: Collaborate in the reconciliation of Bad Debt accounts and analyze the aging AR report to determine eligibility for reserves and/or direct write-offs.
• Perform General Accounting Functions: Execute general accounting activities related to Accounts Receivable, including journal entry preparation, ledger reconciliations, and customer account reconciliations.
• Enhance Customer Data: Update customer accounts with accurate and up-to-date information, including email addresses, contact details, and other relevant data. This requires proactive research and communication with Project Managers and other departments.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience in Accounts Receivable, Billing, and Collections within a professional accounting environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with processing billing using accounting modules/systems within large organizations.
• Prior experience with PeopleSoft is highly preferred, with a strong preference for PeopleSoft Fusion.
• Proven ability to document accounting policies and procedures effectively. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and customer-oriented manner.

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This job is Hybrid Remote.

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.