Accounts Receivable Clerk - 1640

SARA • Cypress, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join their team. This role offers an opportunity to apply accounting principles to real-life business situations, hone skills, and take on new challenges. The position provides exposure and training in accounting disciplines that will help individuals excel in their future career paths. SARA is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise focused on creating new and emerging technology innovations for Commercial & Government organizations, with expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics, and Threat Warning Systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or, in lieu of degree, 2 - 4 years of experience in Accounting-related work
• Understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Research and problem-solving skills
• Quick learner and ability to juggle multiple tasks
• Organization skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Work well in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Teams, Word, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to type 35 WPM or greater
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting plus 5 – 10 years of experience in Accounting-related work
• Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint
• Understanding of sales and use taxes
• Knowledge of Government Cost Accounting

Responsibilities

• Assist entering projects in Accounting System based upon Billing and Revenue requirements
• Enter and maintain contract Revenue and Billing formulas into Accounting System
• Review new contract billing requirements to ensure each customer’s standards are met prior to submission
• Review Bills for accuracy and completeness
• Review contract costs to assist project management review
• Communicate with project managers and Contracts in multiple locations regarding funding limitations
• Build relationships with customers
• Assist with Collections
• Filing and maintaining Accounting records
• Process Cash Receipts
• Create Sales Order Invoices
• Other accounting projects as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs
• A generous PTO program (vacation, sick, holiday)
• Tuition & certification reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Discretionary Employee bonuses
• 401(k) match/profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

What This Job Offers

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