Accounting Clerk - AR

Location: Chino, CA Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire Work Arrangement: 100% onsite for the first 100 days, with potential to transition to a 3-day onsite / 2-day remote hybrid schedule based on successful training and performance

About the Opportunity A well-established distribution company in Chino is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join its Shared Services Accounting team. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a recent Accounting or Finance graduate looking to build a long-term career in corporate accounting. The position will initially focus heavily on Accounts Receivable, credit, and collections, with opportunities to gain exposure to Accounts Payable and General Ledger accounting as you develop.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned B2B accounts receivable and collection activity
• Contact customers regarding past-due invoices and payment status
• Research account discrepancies, short payments, credits, and deductions
• Review customer accounts and assist with credit-related activities
• Reconcile customer accounts and maintain accurate AR records
• Partner with branch and sales teams to resolve billing and collection issues
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on delinquent balances
• Apply and research customer payments and credits
• Maintain documentation related to customer accounts and collection activity
• Assist the Shared Services team with Accounts Payable as needed
• Enter invoices and expenses and review supporting documentation
• Assist with vendor statement reconciliations, payment research, and check runs
• Gain exposure to broader accounting functions as experience progresses

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Previous AR, credit, collections, AP, internship, or general accounting experience is helpful but not required
• Strong Excel and general computer skills
• Comfortable communicating with customers regarding outstanding balances
• Strong attention to detail and ability to research discrepancies
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Motivated to develop a career in accounting

Why This Opportunity? This is more than an entry-level collections position. The accounting team has a track record of developing junior professionals across Credit/AR, AP, and eventually General Ledger accounting. Previous hires have progressed into Staff Accountant opportunities internally after building their accounting experience. The company is looking for someone who wants to learn, take ownership, and grow within an established accounting organization.

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