What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Accounting Clerk position at General Atomics and Affiliated Companies?
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
We have an exciting opportunity to work as an Accounting Clerk in our Accounts Receivable (AR) department located in Poway, CA. Under general supervision, this position is responsible for performing a variety of routine general accounting support tasks in the Accounts Receivable Department. Works with the AR team to support cash collection and identify areas to reduce AR aging. Supports AR team with data entry, invoice submission, data analysis and reconciliations. Assists with research, prepares routine reports and performs assigned ad hoc projects as needed.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
We have an exciting opportunity to work as an Accounting Clerk in our Accounts Receivable (AR) department located in Poway, CA. Under general supervision, this position is responsible for performing a variety of routine general accounting support tasks in the Accounts Receivable Department. Works with the AR team to support cash collection and identify areas to reduce AR aging. Supports AR team with data entry, invoice submission, data analysis and reconciliations. Assists with research, prepares routine reports and performs assigned ad hoc projects as needed.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Works with Accounts Receivable team and appropriate functional areas to ensure customer cash is collected to meet financial goals and operational objectives.
- Analyzes customer accounts receivable to identify opportunities to accelerate cash collections and reduce invoice aging.
- Accesses Government and customer invoice and payment processing systems to determine status and actions to be taken.
- Contacts customers and appropriate functional areas for payment status and/or timely issue identification and resolution.
- Prepares analysis of less complex reconciliation of funding/payment discrepancy.
- Enters invoicing data into Government and customer invoice and payment processing system using established procedures.
- Compiles data from different processing systems and prepares a variety of routine reports.
- Assist with internal and external audits by providing document research.
- Responds to written and/or verbal inquiries from internal and/or external contacts.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
- Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating practices and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Job Qualifications
- Typically requires a high school diploma and two or more years of progressive experience in an accounting department or a related field.
- May substitute additional experience in lieu of education.
- Must have knowledge of computer operations and applications and proficiency with spreadsheets.
- Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of problems.
- Must have good communication, computer, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team and capable of effectively interacting with professional staff.
- Able to work extended hours as required.
Job Category
Finance/Accounting
Experience Level
Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Workstyle
Onsite
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time Hourly
Pay Range Low
44,590
Pay Range High
66,295
Travel Percentage Required
0% - 25%
Relocation Assistance Provided?
No
US Citizenship Required?
No
Clearance Required?
No