Accounts Receivable Accountant

COLSA - Huntsville, AL

Full-time - Entry Level

Huntsville, AL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

COLSA Corporation is seeking an Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting Team in Huntsville, AL! The position involves various accounting duties including accounts receivable processing, unbilled receivable analysis, general ledger reconciliations, and supporting the month-end closing process. The Accountant will assist higher-level accountants with their assignments and must pay exceptional attention to detail while maintaining accurate financial records. The role requires the ability to work successfully under pressure, meet deadlines, and effectively prioritize tasks. Periodic overtime, including evenings and weekends, may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Accounts receivable processing, analysis, and verification
• Unbilled receivable analysis and verification
• General ledger reconciliations and analysis, and supporting month end closing process
• Assisting higher level accountants with accounting assignments
• Maintaining accurate/detailed financial records
• Managing time and workload effectively under pressure

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or related field
• Minimum of 2 years related experience
• Proficient knowledge of desktop applications including word processing and Excel
• US Citizenship required; must be able to successfully pass criminal background check
• Must maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in using Deltek, Time and Expense, or similarly current accounting programs
• Accounting majors highly desired
• Strong Microsoft Excel skill

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Supplemental Income Protection Programs
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education & Certification Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Program
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays