Accountant, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections, Financial Reporting

Job Title:

Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant responsible for month- and year-end close processes, including journal entries, general ledger, and balance sheet reconciliations. The role involves financial reporting, audit support, and providing trend analysis and insights to management. You will manage the full accounts receivable cycle, including invoicing, cash application, collections, aging, and dispute resolution. Additional duties include reviewing credit terms and limits, maintaining customer accounts, and cross-collaborating with departments to resolve billing and payment issues.

Process improvement, documentation, and assisting with automation initiatives are also key components of this role.

Responsibilities

+ Perform month- and year-end close processes including journal entries and reconciliations.

+ Prepare financial reports and support audits.

+ Analyze financial trends and provide insights to management.

+ Manage the full accounts receivable cycle including invoicing, cash application, and collections.

+ Review credit terms and limits and assess payment history and credit reports.

+ Maintain customer accounts and handle resale certificates and tax tables.

+ Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Distribution to resolve billing and payment issues.

+ Drive process improvement, documentation, and internal controls.

+ Assist with automation initiatives.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

+ 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience with sizable accounts receivable ownership.

+ Proficiency in GAAP, month-end close, and journal entries.

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Experience with Net Suite, SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems; internal ERP is VIS/NAV.

+ Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.

+ Excellent communication and customer service orientation.

+ Strong time management and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in a large company with $50 million in revenue or more.

+ General accounting and credit & collections leadership experience.

+ Exposure to sales bonus structure mechanics.

+ Familiarity with Salesforce portals.

+ Sales tax and resale certificate administration experience.

Work Environment

The work environment is team-oriented and collaborative with a strong focus on customer-centric service. The role offers high ownership over accounts receivable with a visible impact on cash flow. There is hybrid work flexibility after training, and opportunities for process improvement, especially in automation and controls. The company is privately held with $50 million in annual revenue, looking for candidates from similar-sized companies in a similar industry.

The organization boasts excellent benefits, great tenure, and a supportive, team-oriented culture.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Carpinteria, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Medical, dental, vision, 401K, excellent medical benefits where employer contributes. Incentives and perks.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Carpinteria,CA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarter (%20astoncarter)  for other accommodation options.