Overview
This remote, work-from-home role supports accounting operations as a Senior Accounting Clerk. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, performing account reconciliations, supporting month-end close activities, and assisting with accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
The role can be based anywhere in the United States, with occasional travel to the Glendale, CA office a few times per year.
Responsibilities
- Manage customer account setup and maintenance, including credit limits, reporting requirements, and account master data in AS400.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries regarding billing, payments, account status, and collections.
- Process customer payments, credits, adjustments, and account reconciliations while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, deductions, chargebacks, and other account-related issues.
- Monitor accounts receivable aging reports, proactively follow up on delinquent accounts, and escalate credit risks to management.
- Maintain accurate documentation of collection activities, customer communications, and account records.
- Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations, report balancing, and general ledger review.
- Support internal and external audit activities by preparing and providing required documentation and financial records.
- Provide cross-functional support and backup coverage for Accounts Payable and other accounting functions as needed.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and participate in special projects to enhance departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
- Achieve individual performance objectives, complete required training, and contribute to departmental and organization goals.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, and internal controls while delivering a high level of customer service.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate/Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in accounting, including knowledge of basic accounting principles and the A/R & A/P processes.
- Detail-oriented and organized.
- Ability to multi-task, establish priorities, and work well in a team-oriented environment.
- Self-motivated with ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, Outlook, & Copilot.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus.
- Experience with AS400 is a plus, but not required.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay range: $26.00 - $32.00/hour based on education, experience and location.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance available to employees and eligible dependents starting the first day of the month after 30 days of employment (unless otherwise specified by a collective bargaining agreement).
- 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match of $0.75 per $1.00 contributed, up to 6% of eligible pay, available after 30 days.
- Paid time off:
- 10 vacation days and 2 personal days annually (prorated in the first year based on hire date).
- 40 hours annual sick pay (56 hours sick pay per year for candidates hired in Washington, in accordance with Washington State law).
- 6 paid national holidays and 2 floating holidays
- Any leave required under federal, state, or local law, as applicable.
Additional Information
- The organization accepts ongoing applications for a minimum of 10 business days.
- Notice to all Philadelphia, PA Applicants: There will be a criminal background check conducted that will include an individualized assessment based on your specific record, job duties, and job requirements.
Location
- Remote (work from home) anywhere in the United States.
- Occasional travel to the Glendale, CA office a few times per year.