BACKGROUND

The Financial Services Information Sharing and Analysis Center (FS-ISAC), was created by and for members and operates as a member-driven 501(c)(6), not-for-profit entity. FS-ISAC serves as a bi-directional information and intelligence organization leading the financial services sector efforts to protect against and mitigate as needed cyber and physical threats and incidents against financial firms.

POSITION SUMMARY

The AR Specialist supports the entire process of invoicing and collecting payments from FS-ISAC’s members and sponsors. They are responsible for creating invoices, credit memos, and following up on missed payments. The AR Specialist ensures accuracy and efficiency throughout our entire accounts receivable process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Create contracts, sales orders and reviews existing contracts for completeness before invoicing
• Manage contracts and their renewals within Salesforce
• Ensures transactions are recorded promptly and accurately in accordance with internal accounting policies
• Responsible for ad hoc customer billing and responding to customer inquiries regarding bills (Accounts Receivable case management system)
• Prepare and support monthly and annual account reconciliation
• Create financial reports relating to account receivable function and status of accounts
• Ensure accurate receivable records and verify outstanding account balances
• Manage collection activities including sending follow-up inquiries, keeping track of cash receipts
• Audit methods and procedures of accounts receivable function to improve efficiency
• Stay updated on industry and legislative changes
• Other duties as required

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Hands-on experience with accounting software and strong system skills – including report writing & Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with advanced formulas in MS Excel (pivot tables, vlookup’s)
• Excellent analytical skills along with the ability to create and present detailed reports
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to accurately process numerical data
• Problem-solving attitude
• Confidentiality

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2 – 3 years’ experience in an Accounts Receivable role
• Well versed in GAAP revenue recognition
• Intacct Accounting Software (or similar) and/or Salesforce Experience a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Our current office environment is hybrid, 2 days per week in the office, remainder work from home. This position is located in Reston, VA. Regardless of work location, the position requires a professional work environment and candidate must be able to meet the physical demands associated with the professional environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FS-ISAC has reviewed this position description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. 

All employees must be authorized to work in the United States. FS-ISAC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, FS-ISAC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.