Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Northwest Asset Management is an asset management firm seeking an Accounts Receivable Associate to support its accounting operations. The role maintains billing and accounts receivable records, processes invoices and payments, executes quarterly billing cycles, performs reconciliations and audits, resolves discrepancies, and supports process improvements and financial reporting.
Responsibilities
- Accurately input and maintain billing and accounts receivable data to support timely and accurate invoicing
- Verify the accuracy and integrity of billing data and records
- Execute quarterly billing cycles and perform quarterly billing audits to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance with established procedures
- Generate and distribute detailed billing statements to advisors
- Update and reconcile billing schedules and supporting worksheets on a quarterly basis
- Process and accurately record payments and other accounts receivable transactions
- Monitor outstanding balances, perform account reconciliations, and research and resolve discrepancies
- Maintain accurate billing and accounts receivable records to support audits and financial reporting
- Collaborate with internal teams to resolve billing discrepancies
- Identify opportunities to improve billing and accounts receivable processes
- Provide backup support for other accounting functions as needed
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned
Skills
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to research discrepancies, identify issues, and work toward timely resolutions
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally
- Ability to handle confidential and time-sensitive financial information with discretion
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and proactively support other team members
- Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset and willingness to identify opportunities to streamline processes
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and seek guidance when appropriate
- High level of professionalism, confidentiality, discretion, and judgment
- 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting, bookkeeping, or a related financial role preferred
- Experience in the investment management or financial services industry is a plus, but not required
Benefits
- Eligibility for an annual performance profitability bonus
- 100% remote work schedule.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance: 80% employer paid premiums for employee and 50% employer paid premiums for dependents. Two plan options: High deductible with HSA and low deductible plan.
- 100% employer paid premium for Group Term life, voluntary employee paid life and AD&D Insurance.
- 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4% with both Traditional and Roth options.
- Voluntary long-term Disability Insurance.
- Paid time off: 17 days annually for new hires, two half-days per month, 10 holidays plus 1 floating holiday, birthday leave, bereavement leave, 16 hours per year of volunteer leave, paid parental leave.
- Certification and designation sponsorship, tuition reimbursement up to $5000 annually.
- Fitness membership reimbursement
- Internet reimbursement
- One month paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment
- Employee home loan program
- Donation matching
- Recognition program
- Employee referral bonus
- Company events
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