• Accounts Receivable Accountant

    Aston Carter (Carpinteria, CA)


    Job Title: Accounts Receivable Accountant

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Accountant to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in managing the full accounts receivable cycle, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting audit processes. You will collaborate closely with various departments to resolve billing and payment issues, while also driving process improvements.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage the full accounts receivable cycle, including invoicing, cash application (checks, wires, ACH, credit cards), collections, aging, and dispute resolution.

    + Prepare journal entries and perform GL and balance sheet reconciliations during month- and year-end close processes.

    + Generate financial reports and provide audit support, as well as perform trend analysis and offer insights to management.

    + Review credit terms and limits, payment history, and credit reports to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.

    + Maintain customer accounts, including resale certificates and tax tables.

    + Work collaboratively with Sales, Customer Service, and Distribution teams to resolve billing and payment issues.

    + Enhance process improvement and documentation, assist with internal controls, and support automation initiatives.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

    + 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience with significant full cycle accounts receivable ownership required.

    + Proficiency in GAAP, month-end close procedures, and journal entries.

    + Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar; familiarity with VIS/NAV is advantageous.

    + Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.

    + Excellent communication skills and a strong customer service orientation.

    + Proven ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

    + Capability to work both independently and as part of a team.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Leadership experience in credit and collections.

    + Familiarity with sales bonus structure mechanics.

    + Experience with Salesforce portals.

    + Knowledge of sales tax and resale certificate administration.

    Work Environment

    Join a team-oriented, collaborative culture with a strong focus on customer-centric service. You will enjoy high ownership of accounts receivable processes, with visible impact on cash flow. After training, hybrid work flexibility is available. The role offers exposure to sales incentives and credit policy, with opportunities for process improvements through automation and controls. We offer excellent benefits and a supportive environment that values great tenure.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Carpinteria, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

     

    Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, holiday, vacation, etc.

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Carpinteria,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 9, 2026.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.