AR Accountant

About the role

We are looking for an AR Accountant to join a rapidly expanding organization on a contract basis for a 3‑month engagement, with the possibility of extension. This fully remote opportunity supports the accounting team during a critical period and is based out of San Francisco, California. The role will keep receivables current, support month‑end close activities, and resolve account issues across a high‑volume customer portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to monthly close activities by preparing reconciliations, validating balances, and helping ensure timely completion of accounting deliverables.
• Oversee accounts receivable and collection efforts while also assisting with accounts payable processing and bank account reconciliations.
• Research complex customer account variances by reviewing large transaction‑level datasets and identifying the source of outstanding issues.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external collection partners to address disputes, recover past‑due balances, and improve resolution timelines.
• Track aging reports closely, prioritize delinquent accounts, and follow up on balances that remain open beyond standard payment terms.
• Analyze high‑value customer accounts with significant transaction volume and summarize findings for accounting and finance leadership.
• Use systems and reporting tools such as Google Sheets, Excel, and NetSuite to organize financial data and support day‑to‑day accounting operations.
• Communicate clearly across teams in a fast‑paced environment while independently managing multiple investigations and shifting priorities.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of accounting experience, including substantial exposure to accounts receivable and collections.
• Demonstrated knowledge of month‑end close, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger support.
• Prior experience in the financial services or payments sector is required.
• Ability to work through large, detailed datasets and perform account analysis across high transaction volumes.

Skills

• Proficiency with spreadsheet‑based analysis tools such as Excel and Google Sheets; NetSuite experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across internal and external teams.
• Self‑directed, organized, and resourceful approach to problem solving in a high‑visibility, fast‑moving environment.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance available to contract/temporary professionals.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan for hired contract/temporary professionals.