Accounts Receivable Analyst

$30 - $40 hourly
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Position Type: Contract / Temporary
Work Model: Hybrid
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Job ID: 144134
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LaSalle Network is partnering with leading financial services provider specializing in delivering innovative solutions to clients worldwide. This is organization is dedicated to excellence, offering a wide range of services, including credit, lending, asset management and more. The team is committed to fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment, providing opportunities for growth and development.

This client is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Receivable Analyst to join their finance team. The Accounts Receivable Analyst will be responsible for managing and optimizing the company's receivables process, ensuring timely and accurate collection of payments and maintaining excellent relationships with clients. This role will require strong analytical skills, exceptional communication abilities and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Accounts Receivable Analyst Responsibilities:
  • Manage and oversee the full AR cycle, including invoicing, collections and reconciliation of client accounts
  • Monitor aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts to ensure timely collections
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to payments and customer billing
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customers regarding payment-related queries and issues
  • Maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to resolve billing issues and ensure smooth communication
  • Prepare monthly AR reports, including aging analysis and provide insights into collection trends and performance
  • Analyze client payment behaviors, identify potential risks and recommend improvements to the AR process
  • Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring AR-related accounts are accurately reported
  • Develop and implement best practices for AR processes to improve efficiency and reduce overdue receivables
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations and accounting standards
  • Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Sales, Customer Service) to ensure proper invoicing and resolve any process bottlenecks
  • Utilize financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) to process AR transactions, reconcile accounts and generate reports
  • Recommend and assist in automating AR functions to enhance accuracy and reduce manual tasks

Accounts Receivable Analyst Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
  • 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable or a similar financial role, preferably within the financial services industry
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, particularly related to receivables and revenue recognition
  • Proficiency in financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills
  • Experience in the financial services sector or similar highly regulated industries preferred
  • Familiarity with AR automation tools and systems preferred
  • Understanding of GAAP and other accounting regulations related to receivables preferred

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the qualifications, please apply today!

Thank you,

Sarah Carpenter
Project Manager, Accounting and Finance
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here