Accounts Receivable Specialist

Who We Are

We are a growing public accounting firm (top 25 in Virginia, as measured by the number of CPAs on staff) with a great reputation in the business community, diversified practice and a high-tech work environment. We have received the ‘Best Places to Work’ designation from both Virginia Business magazine and Accounting Today and have been named a Top Workplace by the Washington Post. We are an independent alliance member of BDO national accounting firm.

KWC specializes in providing tax, audit, accounting, and business advisory services for privately held businesses, individuals, estates, trusts, nonprofit organizations, and employee benefit plans. Our diverse client base includes industries such as professional service firms, government contractors, nonprofits, real estate, construction and specialty contractors, and healthcare providers.

Why KWC?  

We offer a highly competitive compensation package, strong opportunities for career growth, flexible work schedules, and a supportive team environment where employees are valued and recognized. Founded in 1983, KWC is a well-established firm consistently recognized as a top workplace by its employees.  

Benefits We Offer

KWC offers a competitive compensation package with benefits that include health, dental and vision coverage, 15 days of PTO to start, 12 paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with 3% contribution each year, and company-paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance. Other benefits include free parking and flexible summer hours. While the firm offers some remote work flexibility, this role requires regular in-office presence to support daily cash deposit responsibilities. Meals and snacks are provided during the tax busy season. We offer a “dress for your day” business casual environment based on daily schedules, along with year-round flexible work schedules.

Position Overview

KWC is growing rapidly and seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with collections experience in the professional services industry who is looking to make an immediate impact. In this role, you will interact with clients daily via phone and email, providing exceptional service while addressing account statuses, processing payments, and resolving inquiries.

Essential Functions

• Manage daily cash deposits and ensuretimely,accurateapplication of payments.
• Monitor thefirms’accounts receivable andidentifyoverdue accounts.
• Contact clients to collect outstanding balances orestablishpayment plans.
• Maintain detailed records of collection activity and client communications.
• Collaborate with Principals and the Controller on collection strategies and status updates.
• Reduce delinquency rates tomaintainaccountsreceivable days at or below industry benchmarks.
• Maintain professionalism and strong client relationships throughout the collection process.
• Contact clients to collect outstanding balances orestablishpayment plans.
• Support automation and optimization of AR processes, including payment portals.
• Assistindeveloping and Improving collection strategies.
  
  

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of collections and/or billing experience (professional services preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in accountingor related field.
• Knowledgeable ofapplicable state, federal and taxregulations.
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office and ability to learn new systems.
  
  

Other Skills / Abilities

• Must be detail-oriented, thorough, and highly organized.
• Maintain a professional image with a positive attitude.
• Team player who values collaboration and is receptive to constructive feedback.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a paperless environment.
• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform well in a fast-paced and occasionally high-pressure environment.
• Solid knowledge of office administration, clerical procedures, and recordkeeping systems.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional lifting of boxes and/or paperwork up to 25 pounds.
  
  

Note: The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.