Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our finance team in a dynamic apparel manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for managing the company’s receivables process, ensuring accurate invoicing, timely collections, and effective communication with customers regarding outstanding balances. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

As a key part of the finance department, you will collaborate closely with sales, shipping, and customer service teams to resolve discrepancies, monitor aging reports, and uphold credit policies. Your work will directly contribute to healthy cash flow and the financial integrity of the organization.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Contact customers regarding pending orders.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding receivables.
• Apply incoming payments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies or customer issues.
• Work closely with the sales and customer service teams to ensure billing accuracy and any customer requirements.
• Generate and review reports to monitor shipments and minimize held orders.
• Assist in AP responsibilities by posting invoices and generating payments
• Generate GL entries for AR transactions
• Verify month-end cash receipts for accounts and closings
• Assist in other month end closing requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• 4+ years of experience in both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and procedures.
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, NetSuite, or similar).
• Excellent Excel and data entry skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Benefits:

• 401k plan with partial company match
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision plan
• Clothing discount
• Life insurance with additional voluntary life insurance policy
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability policies
• Voluntary free annual biometric health test
• Access to company sample sales
• Company-sponsored Wellness program
• Access to free monthly health & mindfulness webinars
• Seasonal monetary awards for participation in company Fitness Challenges
• Partial healthcare-subsidized fitness membership to 10,000 gym locations across the country
• Company-subsidized discounts to theme parks & local attractions, including Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm, Universal Studios, Legoland, Six Flags, Sea World, and Southern California sports teams; discounts to brands including Vitamix, Sonos, and others

Salary Range : $26-30 hourly

Karen Kane is a well-established apparel brand that has been manufacturing women’s apparel for over 40 years. The brand has had rapid growth on ecommerce in recent years, and continues to have successful long-lasting relationships with major stores like Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s. From its start, the company has remained family-run and privately owned.