Staff Accountant – Cash Applications & Accounts Receivable

Fairfield County, CT 4 DAYS IN OFFICE / 1 DAY WORK FROM HOME

Compensation: $70,000 Base Salary + 5% Annual Bonus

Our client, a well-established and growing organization in Fairfield County, is seeking a Staff Accountant – Cash Applications & Accounts Receivable to join its Corporate Accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build their career within a stable organization that offers strong leadership, exposure to month-end close, and opportunities for long-term growth.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of cash application, accounts receivable, and revenue-related accounting while partnering closely with the broader finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and apply daily cash receipts from customers and intercompany entities
• Prepare and post check deposits while maintaining accurate cash activity records
• Generate invoices and billing reports
• Maintain customer account information and resolve payment discrepancies
• Monitor accounts receivable balances and prepare monthly aging reports
• Follow up with customers regarding outstanding balances through phone and email communication
• Coordinate recurring ACH payment schedules
• Perform month-end accounts receivable close activities and reconciliations
• Support escrow and receivable-related account tracking
• Assist with intercompany billing and cash reporting
• Prepare schedules and documentation for audits and management reporting
• Participate in special projects and other accounting initiatives as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting or accounts receivable experience
• Strong understanding of cash applications, reconciliations, and general accounting principles
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience utilizing ERP/accounting systems (Oracle experience is a plus)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a corporate accounting environment

Preferred Experience

• Intercompany billing
• Multi-entity accounting
• Hospitality or complex corporate accounting environments

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive base salary of $70,000
• 5% annual bonus opportunity
• Stable and collaborative corporate accounting team
• Exposure to month-end close and financial reporting
• Opportunity for professional growth and career advancement
• Comprehensive benefits package

If you’re looking for an opportunity to join a respected organization where you can make an immediate impact while continuing to develop your accounting career, we’d love to hear from you.