Staff Accountant – Cash Applications & Accounts Receivable
Fairfield County, CT 4 DAYS IN OFFICE / 1 DAY WORK FROM HOME
Compensation: $70,000 Base Salary + 5% Annual Bonus
Our client, a well-established and growing organization in Fairfield County, is seeking a Staff Accountant – Cash Applications & Accounts Receivable to join its Corporate Accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build their career within a stable organization that offers strong leadership, exposure to month-end close, and opportunities for long-term growth.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of cash application, accounts receivable, and revenue-related accounting while partnering closely with the broader finance team.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and apply daily cash receipts from customers and intercompany entities
- Prepare and post check deposits while maintaining accurate cash activity records
- Generate invoices and billing reports
- Maintain customer account information and resolve payment discrepancies
- Monitor accounts receivable balances and prepare monthly aging reports
- Follow up with customers regarding outstanding balances through phone and email communication
- Coordinate recurring ACH payment schedules
- Perform month-end accounts receivable close activities and reconciliations
- Support escrow and receivable-related account tracking
- Assist with intercompany billing and cash reporting
- Prepare schedules and documentation for audits and management reporting
- Participate in special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- Minimum of 2 years of accounting or accounts receivable experience
- Strong understanding of cash applications, reconciliations, and general accounting principles
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience utilizing ERP/accounting systems (Oracle experience is a plus)
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a corporate accounting environment
Preferred Experience
- Intercompany billing
- Multi-entity accounting
- Hospitality or complex corporate accounting environments
What Our Client Offers
- Competitive base salary of $70,000
- 5% annual bonus opportunity
- Stable and collaborative corporate accounting team
- Exposure to month-end close and financial reporting
- Opportunity for professional growth and career advancement
- Comprehensive benefits package
If you’re looking for an opportunity to join a respected organization where you can make an immediate impact while continuing to develop your accounting career, we’d love to hear from you.
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