Accounts Receivable Specialist at Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis

New York, New York, United States

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$65,000 – $70,000Compensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Finance, AccountingIndustries

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
2+ years of experience in accounts receivable or related accounting role
Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage)
Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas)
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong communication and customer service abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

Prepare, issue, and manage customer invoices in an accurate and timely manner
Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts
Process and apply customer payments (ACH, wire transfers, checks, credit cards)
Communicate with customers regarding billing questions, payment status, and discrepancies
Resolve payment issues, disputes, short-pays, and chargebacks
Maintain up-to-date customer account information and documentation
Assist with monthly closing activities, including AR reconciliations and reporting
Collaborate with client leads to ensure billing accuracy
Support audits by providing documentation and explanations as needed
Collaborate across the finance team on ad-hoc projects

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Accounts ReceivableBillingInvoice ManagementCollectionsAging ReportsPayment ProcessingACHWire TransfersSageExcelVLOOKUPPivot TablesAccounting PrinciplesAR Reconciliations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Accounts Receivable Specialist position?

The salary range is $65,000 - $70,000 a year.

Is this a remote position, or are there office requirements?

This is a full-time position requiring 2 full days in the office.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable or related accounting, proficiency with accounting software like Sage, advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas), strong understanding of basic accounting principles, and excellent attention to detail, organizational, communication, and customer service skills.

What is the work environment like at Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis?

The work environment is fast-paced, requiring strong problem-solving and follow-through, with collaboration across the finance team.

What qualifications make a strong candidate for this Accounts Receivable Specialist role?

A strong candidate will have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience), plus 2+ years in AR or accounting, advanced Excel proficiency, and skills in attention to detail, organization, communication, and managing priorities.

Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis

Public relations and brand consulting firm

About Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis

Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis offers full-service communications and narrative consulting, specializing in public relations, talent integration, and brand studio for various industries. The company shapes public image through earned, owned, and paid engagements, working with lifestyle, health, fashion, beauty, culinary, travel, and technology verticals, utilizing public relations strategies, talent integration techniques, and brand studio services for various industry verticals.

6 E 32nd St 3rd floor, New York, NY 10016, USAHeadquarters

1992Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Consulting, Social Impact, Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries

201-500Employees