Accounts Receivable Associate

Accounts Receivable Associate

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Associate for a contract-to-hire position. The ideal candidate will split their time between Tualatin and NE Portland, with the option to primarily work in Tualatin. This role involves recording payments to customer accounts and maintaining financial records efficiently and accurately. The workday begins at 7 am.

Responsibilities

• Manage all payment cycle activities primarily within QuickBooks efficiently.
• Track payments, expenditures, sales orders, invoices, and statements using QuickBooks.
• Process scale tickets for invoicing and settle dealer-level tickets.
• Send invoices via mail, email, and fax.
• Post payments to invoices and make necessary deposits.
• Process checks via a scanner and prepare A/R aging reports for management.
• Prepare A/R reports for end-of-month closing and follow up with customers for payments in arrears.
• Act as a backup for the scale office and A/P clerk.
• Post customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
• Update receivables by totaling unpaid invoices and resolve deductions by entering adjusting entries.
• Summarize receivables by maintaining invoice accounts and prepare necessary reports.
• Protect organizational value by maintaining confidentiality.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.

Essential Skills

• 2-3 years of accounts receivable experience.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, including all AR and invoicing functions.
• Advanced communication skills for interacting with customers and vendors.
• Mid-level Excel skills.
• Ability to perform soft collection calls and reminders to customers.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Accounts Payable experience is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience with financial reports is a plus.
• Operational accounting experience, including GL and close processes, is beneficial.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and write simple correspondence.
• Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial metal recycling plant with a traditional work ethic culture valuing punctuality and a positive attitude. The environment requires a hands-on approach with physical presence at both Tualatin and NE Portland locations. The company offers a pet-friendly office with approval, flexible scheduling, and remote work options after training. Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off with two full office closure weeks annually.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hillsboro, Oregon.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hillsboro, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2025.