Accounts Receivable (AR) Analyst
Addison Group · Houston, TX · Yesterday
On-siteAccounting$55k–$60k/yrFull-time
Job Summary
We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable (AR) Analyst to join a growing finance team in Sugar Land, TX. This role is responsible for analyzing accounts receivable activity, ensuring timely payment collection, reconciling customer accounts, and identifying opportunities to improve cash flow and AR processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze accounts receivable aging to identify delinquent accounts and collection trends
- Perform B2B collections and communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances
- Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, deductions, short pays, and unapplied cash
- Reconcile customer accounts and prepare account analysis to ensure accuracy
- Apply customer payments and maintain accurate AR records
- Collaborate with sales, customer service, and operations to resolve billing and payment issues
- Prepare AR reports, aging schedules, and cash collection metrics for management
- Assist with month-end close activities, including AR reconciliations and reporting
- Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance cash flow and reduce outstanding receivables
- Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures
Qualifications
- 3+ years of accounts receivable, AR analysis, or commercial collections experience
- Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes, reconciliations, and cash application
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
- Experience with high-volume receivables and reporting
- Background in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environments