Accounts Receivable AR Accountant

GHJ • Smyrna, GA

1d • $66,000 - $70,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

A globally connected organization with a strong North American presence is continuing to build out its accounting team during a period of steady growth and operational transformation. With deep roots in producing large-scale industry events and facilitating international business, the company offers a stable, collaborative environment where accounting plays a key role in supporting multi-entity operations and ongoing system enhancements.
This role sits within a close-knit, high-functioning accounting group and is focused on the accuracy and flow of incoming payments across multiple entities. It’s an opportunity for someone who enjoys clean, detail-driven work, takes ownership of their process, and thrives in a self-managed environment where consistency and reliability are highly valued.

Requirements

• 4+ years of accounts receivable cash applications experience
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume transactional work
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and reconciliations
• Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics GP; SAP exposure is a plus
• Ability to investigate discrepancies and resolve payment issues independently
• Organized, reliable, and comfortable working in a structured environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics GP; SAP exposure is a plus

Responsibilities

• Apply daily incoming payments across multiple channels to open invoices with a high level of accuracy
• Investigate and resolve unidentified or misapplied payments
• Maintain and reconcile accounts receivable sub-ledgers and related balances
• Generate invoices and support ongoing billing processes across multiple entities
• Review payment platforms and ensure proper application of transactions
• Assist with monthly close activities including reconciliations and reporting
• Provide supporting documentation and analysis for audits and internal requests
• Contribute to ongoing system and process improvements, including ERP transition efforts

Benefits

• Full benefits package including PTO, holidays, and 401(k) with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level