What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Associate position at Chivari?
About the Company
Chivari is a high-growth manufacturer and distributor of event furnishings for commercial and residential applications. We specialize in uniquely designed chairs, tables, dance floors, stages, bars, tabletop, linens, and other products sought by party rental companies, event and wedding venues, restaurants, cafes, houses of worship, and most other business uses, as well as residential specialty products. We started in 2007, are family-owned, and are now scaling rapidly with nationwide capabilities.
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accountant with a strong focus on Accounts Receivable to join our finance team. The ideal candidate is highly organized, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings hands-on experience with NetSuite and Excel. This role is critical to maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our receivables, cash application, and bank reconciliation processes.
Responsibilities
- Accounts Receivable
- Manage the full accounts receivable cycle, including invoicing, collections follow-up, and aging report monitoring
- Communicate with customers and internal teams to resolve billing discrepancies and outstanding balances
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account records
- Payment Application & Deposit Posting
- Apply incoming payments (checks, ACH, wire transfers, credit cards) accurately and in a timely manner
- Post daily deposits to the appropriate accounts and ensure proper documentation
- Research and resolve unapplied or misapplied payments
- Bank Reconciliation
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations for multiple accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies
- Investigate outstanding items and ensure timely clearance of reconciling differences
- Prepare supporting documentation for month-end close
- Reporting & General Accounting
- Generate and distribute weekly/monthly AR aging reports and cash receipts summaries
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes related to receivables
- Support audits by providing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries
- Identify opportunities to improve AR processes and implement best practices
Qualifications
- Required
- 3 years of experience in accounts receivable or a related accounting role
- Proficiency in NetSuite (payment application, customer records, reporting modules)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data reconciliation)
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles (debits, credits, general ledger)
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Experience with multi-entity or high-volume AR environments
- Familiarity with electronic payment platforms
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for customer and cross-department interaction
Pay range and compensation package
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision)
- 401(k) with company match
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000