Accounts Receivable Specialist
Genscript is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Specialist with a strong focus on Accounts Receivable to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be experienced in managing the full AR cyclefrom invoicing to collectionswhile also supporting accounts payable and general accounting tasks in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Please note that this role is based fully onsite in Piscataway, NJ. The estimated salary range is $55,000 - $58,000 base salary.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable (Primary Focus)
- Generate and distribute accurate customer requested prepay invoices in a timely manner.
- Monitor customer accounts for overdue balances and proactively follow up to ensure prompt collections.
- Process and apply customer receipts, ensuring proper allocation in the accounting system.
- Investigate and resolve customer billing issues or payment discrepancies in coordination with the Sales and TAM teams.
- Prepare monthly AR aging reports and assist with related analysis and reconciliations.
- Respond professionally and promptly to customer inquiries regarding invoices and account status.
- Support month-end closing activities related to AR, including reconciliations and reporting.
Accounts Payable & General Accounting (Secondary Support)
Verify, classify, and approve accounts payable transactions using the OA system.Maintain and update vendor master data records.Generate weekly SAP payment files and coordinate payment runs.Review and process employee expense reimbursements in accordance with company policies.Reconcile monthly credit card and ACH payments to ensure proper posting and accuracy.Work with vendors to resolve discrepancies and reconcile vendor statements.Qualifications & Skills
Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience, with significant exposure to Accounts Receivable tasks.Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP or other ERP systems is a plus.Excellent time management, organizational, and administrative skills.Strong written and verbal communication skills.