Sound Investment · 6 hours ago
Accounts Receivable Specialist
West Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$58K/yr - $62K/yr
1+ years expSound Investment is a leading Event Production and Sales & Installation company with a national footprint, seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their team in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, processing payments, and managing client and vendor relationships, while ensuring compliance and timely execution of contracts.
Audio/Visual EquipmentMusicSocial MediaTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Process, record, reconcile, and track incoming payments in Quickbooks including credit card, ACH, and check transactions
Prioritize and monitor accounts receivable to ensure all balances remain current and accurately maintained
Proactively reach out to clients to confirm timely receipt of invoices and address any issues or delays
Verification of invoices and ensuring timely vendor payments and payment plans when necessary
Implement collection strategies to minimize outstanding balances
Additional duties/responsibilities may be assigned, as necessary
Draft, prepare, and send out contracts to clients and vendors
Track contract status to ensure timely review, approval, and signature
Maintain organized contract files (digital and/or physical) for easy reference and audit purposes
Work with internal teams to confirm contract terms align with company policies
Assist in monitoring contract renewals, amendments, and compliance obligations
Serves as the primary point of contact for customer payment support
Provides timely, professional, and accurate responses to customer inquiries and concerns
Respond to customer inquiries regarding billing, payments, and account discrepancies
Collaborate with the sales and customer service teams to resolve disputes
Ensure customer satisfaction while enforcing payment terms and conditions
Build and maintain positive relationships with customers to facilitate prompt payment
Qualification
Required
1–3 years of accounting or finance experience
QuickBooks Desktop experience required
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Proactive, professional with an entrepreneurial mindset
Effective and timely communication skills for both financial and client-facing interactions
Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
Experience with contract administration or document management systems
Knowledge of GAAP and financial compliance practices
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Roth IRA
Holidays and Paid Time Off
Company
Sound Investment
Since the company’s inception in 1999, Sound Investment has grown from a two man team of system designers to a high-end design and installation firm as well as a national full-service event production company with satellite offices in New York, Miami, Las Vegas and Los Angeles.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Peter Vanek
CEO
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