Staff Accountant (Accounts Receivable)

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant for Accounts Receivable to support a nationwide environmental services company. This full-time, onsite contract-to-hire opportunity offers a dynamic environment where you’ll play a key role in managing core accounts receivable functions. The ideal candidate will have Staff Accountant level experience focused in full-cycle accounts receivable, high volume and complex invoicing, journal entries, reconciliations, dispute management and reporting.

• Salary : $70k+
• Direct Hire
• The role is 100% onsite in Sacramento

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage full-cycle accounts receivable, including high-volume invoice generation, billing review, recurring schedules, and aging report maintenance.
• Coordinate with supervisors and department managers to implement collection strategies and minimize outstanding balances.
• Respond to customer inquiries, resolve billing discrepancies, and support evaluations for bad debt and write-offs.
• Process credit memos, credit card payments, and identify cash receipts as needed.
• Prepare documentation for commissions, bonuses, and reconcile accounts receivable and deferred revenue accounts.
• Support operational activities such as fleet reporting, postage allocations, lobbyist reporting, and audit/tax preparation.
• Assist with financial statement preparation, process documentation, ad hoc reporting, and maintain organized filing of work products

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree or equivalent professional experience in accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 3+years of Staff Accountant level experience in Accounts Receivables with proficient in general accounting procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Windows OS; experience with QuickBooks Online is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to manage tasks independently while meeting deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to support collaboration across teams and with external stakeholders.