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Aston Carter · 1 day ago

Accounts Receivable Analyst

Walnut Creek, CA

Contract

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$28/hr - $32/hr

2+ years exp

Aston Carter is a benefits administration company seeking an Accounts Receivable Accountant to join their accounting team. The individual will be responsible for processing contributions for health, welfare, and pension benefits for participating employers, ensuring accuracy in calculations, and maintaining employer account relationships.

ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Process monthly contributions for participating employers using Microsoft Excel

Create test files for data uploads to the company mainframe

Process and review manual calculations, ensuring accuracy of system-generated calculations

Download daily lockbox details to apply payments to specific accounts and allocate receipts to appropriate funds

Reconcile and invoice for differences, preparing billing documents and discrepancy letters

Balance monthly receipts to bank statements and prepare totals for the monthly general ledger update

Perform file transfer, receipt, and collection of dependent premiums

Research, prepare, bill, and document the status of compliance audits, account reconciliations, and withdrawal liability

Research and bill receivable balances, including liquidated damages, providing supporting documentation for amounts due

Coordinate arbitrations and collection actions for unpaid contributions, in conjunction with counsel and management

Perform all rate maintenance, including the preparation of input sheets and updates to agreement codes, participation, rate lines, and rate tables

Analyze inquiries from other departments or business associates regarding contribution data to prepare and load adjustments for monthly hours

Maintain all facets of the employer account relationship, including account setup and termination, contact information updates, and assisting employers with requests

Respond professionally and articulately to client inquiries, managing emotionally charged conversations with urgency and providing detailed descriptions of complex procedures and concepts

Review collective bargaining agreements and trust agreements to correspond and communicate with employers, external auditors, and union locals regarding contribution reporting requirements

Prepare submissions to the Board of Trustees, including payment plans and settlement proposals with the calculation of payment plan interest

Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly statistical reports, and format information for ad hoc data requests

Create and update department processes for new and assigned tasks; develop and test new procedures

Assist in regular cross-training and proofreading activities

Perform general office duties and ensure the workspace and office are kept clean

Complete special projects as assigned

Qualification

Accounts Receivable ProcessesAdvanced Microsoft ExcelAccounting KnowledgeData AnalysisBilling CollectionsReconciliationsMicrosoft DynamicsGeneral LedgerBachelor's DegreeCommunication Skills