About SASStrategic Association Solutions is an accounting outsourcing firm dedicated to serving membership-based nonprofits, including trade associations and professional societies. We understand the unique challenges these organizations face and provide tailored solutions to streamline their accounting operations. By partnering with SAS, organizations can focus on their mission while we handle the complexities of budgeting, reporting, compliance, and day-to-day accounting tasks. Our goal is to enhance operational efficiency and financial stability, building a foundation for long-term success for our clients.Position SummaryWe are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Staff Accountant with a focus on Accounts Receivable and Cash Receipts to join our growing accounting team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of daily transaction processing, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.The ideal candidate is proactive, responsive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. This position offers strong exposure to transactional accounting, ERP systems, and cross-functional collaboration with senior accounting leadership.Essential FunctionsAccounts Receivable & Transaction ProcessingRecord daily cash receipts and AR-related journal entries in the accounting systemProcess client refunds accurately and timelyManage and respond to client inquiries through a ticketing system (e.g., Jira)Maintain and update client-specific tracking tools and supporting schedulesEnsure all client deliverables are completed in accordance with service level agreements (SLAs)Reconciliations & Month-End CloseReconcile online payment batches to credit card and merchant processing systemsMatch payments within the ERP system and investigate/resolved discrepanciesPerform AR-related reconciliationsReview month-end cash receipt entries to ensure accuracy and completenessSupport overall close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reportingReporting & CommunicationProvide regular status updates to Accounting Managers regarding task progress and issuesMaintain organized logs of tasks, deliverables, and deadlinesParticipate in client meetings, document key takeaways, and communicate action items to internal teamsEnsure all trackers and schedules are updated in real timeProactively maintain system access and submit requests as neededVendor & Payment ControlsValidate vendor banking information prior to payment processing to ensure accuracy and mitigate riskAd Hoc SupportAssist with troubleshooting merchant processing issues, GL coding questions, and reconciliation discrepanciesSupport process improvements and other accounting initiatives as assignedQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (preferred)1–3 years of accounting experience, with exposure to cash receipts or AR processingExperience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze and manipulate dataExcellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesAbility to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervisionStrong communication and interpersonal skillsClient-service mindset with the ability to collaborate across teamsProactive, detail-oriented approach with a commitment to continuous improvementThis position operates within a fully remote office environment.Why Join UsFully remote work environmentOpportunity to develop technical accounting and systems expertiseExposure to a diverse client base and complex transactionsCollaborative team environment focused on process efficiency and continuous improvement
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