Senior AR Specialist

What you’ll do

• Manage the Accounting Requests inbox assisting multiple departments such as Contract Administration, Advertising Sales, Collections, etc. with accounting related questions and requests maintaining a minimum service level of 2 business days
• Daily cash reconciliations
• Monthly bank reconciliations
• Process all adjustments to contract billing due to supersedes, amendments, pulls, and cancels
• Process payments, refunds, credit, and debit memos as necessary for contract adjustments and bad debt recovery
• Post invoice payments daily to the accounting system
• Post credit card or ACH chargebacks due to customer disputes
• Assist AR Team with the below to maintain proper service levels:
  • Process accounting calculations for advertising contracts that have been terminated early or pulled for nonconformance with Angie’s List policies
  • Prepare billing for early termination fees per the terms of the contract
  • Process payment for early termination fees per payment method selected in contract
  • Apply credit memos to properly account for services rendered, and to make revenue adjustments
• Prepare reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards
• Work with department managers to implement improvements in customer service related to billing matters
• Create and implement processes to make accounting tasks more efficient
• File paperwork and additional clerical duties
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Who you are

• Possession of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 2 years of experience in general accounting or related field
• Knowledge of contract billing, both reoccurring and prepaid
• Knowledge of contract management and effects on revenue, A/R, GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley.
• Strong computer skills required including but not limited to Excel, Outlook, Great Plains, Salesforce, or other accounting software, ERP systems, etc.
• Skills in complex problem solving, judgment, critical thinking and decision making.
• Ability to interact at all levels of the company and with external parties in a professional manner maintaining effective communication, both written and spoken.
• Ability to be highly organized with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Ability to tolerate stress and be adaptable, flexible, persistent, versatile and handle multiple projects and re-prioritizations.
• Ability to organize information and have attention to detail and accurately follow procedures.
• Ability to maintain self-motivation and to work independently and in team environments.
• Ability to piece together conclusions and apply rules to produce answers that make sense.
• Ability to sit the entire work day viewing a computer monitor.
• Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 25 pounds.

Additional Information:

• Some evening/weekend work may occasionally be required during month and quarter end closings.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required for this position.
• In person office time could be required for end of month closings and meetings.

We value diversity

We know that the best ideas come from teams where diverse points of view uncover new solutions to hard problems. We welcome and value individuals who bring diverse life experiences, educational backgrounds, cultures, and work experiences.

Compensation & Benefits

• The hourly band for this position ranges from $20-$25 per hour, commensurate with experience and performance. Compensation may vary based on factors such as cost of living.
• This position will be eligible for a competitive performance bonus.
• Full medical, dental, vision package to fit your needs
• Generous Paid Time Off policy
• Pet discount plans & retirement plan with company match (401K)
• The rare opportunity to work with sharp, motivated teammates solving some of the most unique challenges and changing the world