Role Description
We are seeking a Financial Operations Specialist to support our Finance and Accounting teams with a focus on billing, collections, and accounts receivable processes. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is eager to develop expertise in financial operations within a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Financial Operations Supervisor, you will play a vital role in ensuring timely billing, supporting collections, and maintaining accurate financial records.
What You'll Doβ¦
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Billing & Accounts Receivable
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Process and reconcile customer invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution.
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Recognize and update billing errors.
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Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist in resolving overdue accounts through follow-up and collaboration with internal teams.
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Process Improvement
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Assist in the development and implementation of new processes and procedures to enhance the efficiency of billing and collections.
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Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvements in the order-to-cash cycle.
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Reporting & Reconciliation
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Prepare regular reports on billings status, payments as it relates to collections progress, and key metrics as appropriate.
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Support month-end close activities by reconciling Accounts Receivable and contributing to financial reporting.
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Collaboration
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Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Customer Success, Implementation, and Business Systems, to address customer billing inquiries and ensure a smooth billing experience.
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Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and supporting audit inquiries.
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Collections & Cash Application
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Support collections efforts by engaging with customers to resolve payment issues professionally and efficiently.
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Apply customer payments to appropriate accounts and ensure accurate record-keeping.
Qualifications
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Bachelorβs degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
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1-3 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or financial operations.
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Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial software (experience with Salesforce, Sage Intacct or Zuora is a plus).
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A collaborative mindset and a willingness to learn and grow within the role.
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Experience with or exposure to AI-powered tools (e.g., through coursework or hands-on use in a work setting), with an interest in leveraging AI to improve efficiency in financial operations.
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Demonstrated curiosity and follow-through: builds enough product and domain expertise to represent launches credibly with stakeholders and customers, and validates rather than assumes.
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Experience improving cross-functional processes, systems, or tooling and driving those changes through adoption.
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Excellent written and verbal communication; able to influence senior stakeholders, hold a line on scope or timeline with empathy, and adapt communication for technical, GTM, and customer audiences.
Benefits
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We are targeting a starting salary of $56,000 - $74,000 based on the intended level for this role.
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Full medical benefits including dental and vision plans to ensure you always have the best care.
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Equity packages in the form of stock options to all employees.
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Technology (hardware, software, reading materials, etc.) allowance.
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Flexible vacation and sick days.