Accounts Receivable Specialist (Contract)

Company Information

At Advarra, we are passionate about making a difference in the world of clinical research and advancing human health. With a rich history rooted in ethical review services combined with innovative technology solutions and deep industry expertise, we are at the forefront of industry change. A market leader and pioneer, Advarra breaks the silos that impede clinical research, aligning patients, sites, sponsors, and CROs in a connected ecosystem to accelerate trials.

Company Culture

Our employees are the heart of Advarra. They are the key to our success and the driving force behind our mission and vision. Our values (Patient-Centric, Ethical, Quality Focused, Collaborative) guide our actions and decisions. Knowing the impact of our work on trial participants and patients, we act with urgency and purpose to advance clinical research so that people can live happier, healthier lives.

At Advarra, we seek to foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone is treated with respect and diverse perspectives are embraced. Treating one another, our clients, and clinical trial participants with empathy and care are key tenets of our culture at Advarra; we are committed to creating a workplace where each employee is not only valued but empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Job Overview Summary

The Accounts Receivable Specialist role is responsible for the active management of the delinquent accounts to achieve optimum cash flow for the company, in addition to posting payments and ensuring the accuracy of the customer payment application.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Reviews status of delinquent accounts weekly and collects delinquent balance.
• Researches disputed delinquent account balances and takes appropriate action to resolve the underlying issues.
• Maintain the delinquent receivables rate within the established desired range.
• Evaluates delinquent account write-offs and under the direction of the Controller, assigns accounts to the legal department or an outside collection agency as needed.
• Complete special projects as they are assigned.
• Process and monitor credits and returns to ensure that the receivable aging report reflects valid and collectable balance.
• Apply daily cash receipts.
• Other duties as may be assigned

Location

This role is open to candidates working remotely in the United States.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree
• Work in an Accounts Receivable or Accountant role
• Mid-tier accounting software experience
• Strong Microsoft Excel Skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting certificate or degree
• B2B work experience
• Personal integrity, collaborative, and effective problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Attention to detail and goal oriented
• Exemplary Organization
• Knowledge of credit and collections
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time at stationary workstation
• Regularly carry, raise, and lower objects of up to 10 Lbs.
• Learn and comprehend basic instructions
• Focus and attention to tasks and responsibilities
• Verbal communication; listening and understanding, responding, and speaking

Advarra is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability or genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Advarra provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of these protected characteristics. Further, Advarra takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these protected characteristics in all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and separation from employment.

The base salary range for this role is $​32,800​ - $​55,900​. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience and may vary from the amounts listed above. This position may also be eligible for a variable bonus in addition to base salary as well as health coverage, paid holidays, and other benefits. 

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