Accountant (Accounts Receivable)

The Lockwood Group•Stamford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lockwood is seeking a highly organized and meticulous accounting professional to support its Accounts Receivable and billing functions. The position is described as an in-office role based in Stamford, Connecticut, and is a full-time opportunity. The role supports cash flow management and the integrity of financial reporting while providing hands-on experience with essential accounting processes. Lockwood collaborates with pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device clients to develop science-based medical communications strategies. The company emphasizes accuracy, transparency, scientific value, and a flexible structure intended to support work-life balance. The role includes preparing and distributing client invoices, reconciling customer accounts and projects, investigating discrepancies and unapplied payments, opening and closing client accounts and jobs, and preparing time and cost estimates. It also supports closing procedures, inquiries, financial analysis, and reporting. The Accountant works closely with internal teams to coordinate billing and maintain communication and relationships with stakeholders.

Requirements

Exceptional attention to detail.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
A proactive, results-oriented approach and aptitude for continuous learning and adapting to new challenges.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Strong integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential financial information.
Foundational understanding of accounting principles, including double-entry bookkeeping and accrual- and cash-basis accounting.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and advanced formulas.

Nice To Haves

An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline is preferred but not required.
Prior exposure to accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, SAP, Sage, or Advantage.

Responsibilities

Generate, issue, and distribute client invoices accurately and within established timelines for assigned accounts.
Collaborate proactively with operational teams regarding billing deadlines.
Reconcile customer accounts and individual client projects, resolve discrepancies, and investigate unapplied payments.
Open and close client accounts and jobs, and prepare time and cost estimates.
Adapt to business needs and trends, including billing submission timing related to conferences or other live events.
Support month-end and year-end closing procedures related to accounts receivable.
Assist with internal and external inquiries as needed.
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as requested.
Manage relationships with internal team members and build rapport.
Maintain ongoing written and verbal communication with account and meetings teams, meet internal client expectations, and troubleshoot problems as necessary.