We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Finance team. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will be responsible for managing the accounts receivable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, credit memos, payment applications, collections, reconciliation of customer accounts and booking journal entries during month end close. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts receivable management, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Maintain up to date billing system
- Create and send invoices to customers in a timely manner
- Process credit card payments
- Prepare bank deposits
- Maintain customer accounts and records
- Work within the accounting department to review and apply all payments received to customer accounts in a timely manner
- Reconciliation of customer balances by aging bucket and initiate action items within finance or other groups to ensure all overdue invoices are paid as quickly as possible
- Investigate and resolve any account, payment, chargeback or return discrepancies or issues
- Participates in collections activities for past due accounts and works with Finance leader to determine when to escalate collection attempts
- Produce monthly AR metrics and aging package to senior management
- Participate in accounting for uncollectible accounts and reconciling the AR reserve amounts and revenue recognition based upon the customer’s uncollectible status and books related journals.
- Ownership of specific duties related to the month-end close process and account reconciliations
- Implement and document Accounts Receivable best practice procedures
- Audit and reporting support
- Assists with special projects as assigned
Qualifications
- Must have demonstrated knowledge of standard accounts receivable billing and collection practices
- Must have strong communication, organization, and customer service skills
- Must be proficient with MS Office Suite, Quickbooks a plus
- Must have minimum of 3 years experience in Accounts Receivable role, preferably in the fashion or retail industry.
- Must have undergraduate degree from accredited college or university, preferably in Finance or Accounting
- Must have exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Must have ability to work efficiently and productively in a multi-task deadline-oriented environment independently with minimal supervision
- Must be self-motivated, dedicated, flexible, good team player
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401(k) and PTO. Additionally, we offer a generous clothing allowance and 50% employee discount off retail.
About Us
SIMKHAI designs for the elevated everyday with innovative techniques and timeless craftsmanship.
Founded in 2010 by designer Jonathan Simkhai, the studio takes inspiration from architects and sculptors alike, blending progressive construction techniques with intimate hand-detailing to create truly special garments and lifestyle design.
A 2015 winner of the prestigious CFDA/ Vogue Fashion Fund, the studio has earned recognition for its original silhouettes, quality constructions, and timeless elegance.
SIMKHAI continues to nurture an inspired creative community around the brand’s home in Los Angeles, sharing their designs and stories with women around the world who live artful, unapologetic lives.