Position Overview

Ledgent Finance & Accounting is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support financial operations through payment reconciliation, collections, account management, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent customer service abilities, and experience managing customer accounts in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform timely follow-up and collection activities on outstanding accounts receivable balances.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, billing issues, and purchase order variances.
• Provide customers with invoice copies and account documentation as requested.
• Set up and maintain customer accounts.
• Collaborate with accounting team members to ensure accurate financial records and reporting.
• Monitor aging reports and assist with credit management, collections, and account reconciliations.
• Contact customers via phone, email, and written correspondence regarding overdue balances.
• Prepare reporting and analysis to track collection performance and account trends.
• Support broader accounting and finance functions, including inventory and cost accounting activities.
• Maintain and improve accounts receivable processes and procedures.
• Manage progress billing and time-and-material billing within company accounting systems.
• Assist with cross-training initiatives to ensure departmental coverage and operational continuity.

Required Qualifications

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Understanding of finance, accounting, and bookkeeping principles.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working directly with customers to resolve account-related concerns.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of Accounts Receivable and Collections experience.
• Experience improving accounting processes and workflows.
• Background managing customer relationships and collections activities.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting environments and cash application processes.
• Self-motivated with a customer-focused approach to collections.
• Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Work Hours

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday

Benefits

Competitive salary with a pay range from $32.00 to $34.00 per hour.

Additional Details

This position is based in California and is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional looking to contribute to a dynamic team within a reputable firm. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.