Associate Accountant, Accounts Receivable (Temp to Perm)

Southland Industries•Garden Grove, CA

About The Position

The Associate Accountant – Accounts Receivable supports core accounts receivable recordkeeping, including transaction posting, customer and job account maintenance, reconciliation, and compliance with applicable regulations and GAAP. The role is primarily responsible for cash receipts application and customer accounts, while working under direct supervision and making decisions within defined guidelines. The position assists with customer payment processing, account research and maintenance, discrepancy resolution, and responding to internal and external inquiries. It also helps maintain accurate, complete, and auditable accounting records and follows company policies and procedures to support compliance with state and federal laws and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. This is a temp-to-perm position. For California, pay ranges from $27.00 to $30.00 per hour, plus an annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program. Final pay depends on factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market data. Employment offers are contingent on successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Employment sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

One to three years of accounts receivable experience is preferred.
Basic accounting knowledge.
Strong organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.
Ability to analyze and resolve basic issues.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
Computer proficiency and technical aptitude, including intermediate ability to use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and similar tools.
Ability to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment.
Works under direct supervision and makes decisions within defined guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with customer invoicing or payment portals is preferred.
One to three years of accounts receivable experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate and timely processing of assigned accounts receivable transactions, with primary responsibility for cash receipts application and customer accounts.
Assist with processing and applying customer payments, ensuring proper posting and reconciliation.
Research and resolve straightforward accounts receivable discrepancies, unapplied cash, and customer account irregularities in a timely manner; elevate more complex issues for resolution.
Assist with new customer setup, including creating and maintaining customer records, account research and documentation, and coordinating portal account setup, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
Establish and maintain accurate and complete accounting records to ensure data integrity, auditability, and current information.
Follow appropriate policies and procedures to support compliance with applicable state and federal laws and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Respond to internal and external customer inquiries in a timely manner.

Benefits

401(k) plan with 50% company match, no cap, and immediate 100% vesting.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 100% paid for the employee.
Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability.
Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance.
Disability income protection insurance.
Pre-tax flexible spending plans for health and dependent care.
Paid parental leave.
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time.
Training and professional development opportunities.
Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses.
Wellness benefits.