Accounting Associate

Location: Near Saratoga Springs, NY
Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Our growing client with a collaborative culture is seeking an Accounting Associate to join a small, high-impact finance team. This role offers hands-on exposure to a wide range of accounting and financial operations, providing a strong foundation for someone who wants to understand how a business truly operates and grows.

In addition to core accounting responsibilities, this position will contribute to financial analysis and business reporting, making it an excellent opportunity for a finance professional eager to expand their skill set in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Collections

• Manage an assigned accounts receivable portfolio to ensure timely collections
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on past-due balances
• Resolve billing discrepancies, short payments, and payment delays in coordination with internal teams
• Prepare customer statements and maintain detailed collection documentation
• Escalate delinquent accounts in accordance with internal credit and collections policies

Invoicing & Billing

• Prepare, review, and issue customer invoices in line with contracts, pricing, and billing schedules
• Ensure invoices are accurate, complete, and supported by appropriate documentation
• Manage recurring, milestone-based, and one-time billing activities
• Process billing corrections, credit memos, and re-invoicing as needed
• Collaborate with Sales and Operations to ensure billing aligns with executed agreements and delivered services

Revenue & Financial Support

• Review transactions to ensure proper revenue classification, timing, and allocation
• Assist with revenue reconciliations between sub-ledgers and the general ledger
• Identify and help resolve revenue discrepancies
• Support month-end close activities related to invoicing, accounts receivable, and revenue

Reporting & Process Improvement

• Maintain accurate financial records in support of audits and internal controls
• Prepare accounts receivable, billing, and collections reports for management
• Identify opportunities to improve billing accuracy, collections efficiency, and revenue processes
• Assist with system enhancements, testing, and documentation related to accounting workflows
• Adhere to internal controls and financial policies