Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Accounts Receivable Coordinator Location: Chesapeake Beverage – Washington, DC Reports To: Accounts Receivable Supervisor Pay: $22–$24 per hour + up to $3,000 bonus Behind every healthy business is a team that gets the details right. At Chesapeake Beverage, our Accounts Receivable team plays a critical role in keeping our operation moving. We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Accounts Receivable Specialist who can help ensure accurate billing, timely payments, and effective collections while maintaining strong professional relationships with our customers and partners. This is more than an invoicing role. You'll help drive cash flow, resolve account discrepancies, monitor overdue balances, and support accurate financial reporting. If you enjoy solving problems, staying organized, and working with numbers while building positive relationships, we'd love to talk with you. What You'll Do As our Accounts Receivable Coordinator, you'll play an important role in managing daily receivables activity, supporting the finance team, and ensuring payments are processed accurately and on time. Responsibilities include: Generating and distributing accurate, timely supplier invoices and monthly account statements Recording and applying incoming payments, including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit card transactions Monitoring accounts receivable aging reports to identify overdue balances and prioritize collection efforts Proactively contacting customers to request payment and coordinating payment arrangements when necessary Investigating and resolving billing discrepancies, deductions, chargebacks, and customer inquiries Communicating with customers and internal departments to resolve account issues and ensure timely payment Preparing reports related to accounts receivable status, aging analysis, and collection progress Maintaining accurate records of invoices, payments, collections, and account adjustments Supporting cash flow management by helping reduce outstanding balances and minimize bad debt Ensuring compliance with company policies, internal controls, and established accounting principles, including GAAP Managing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who combines strong attention to detail with analytical thinking, effective communication, and a commitment to accuracy. Preferred qualifications include: 2–5 years of Accounts Receivable, Collections, or related accounting experience Proficiency in accounting software and financial systems Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to analyze financial data Strong understanding of invoicing, payment applications, collections, and accounts receivable aging Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial recordkeeping Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including investigating and resolving discrepancies Working Conditions Standard business hours, with occasional overtime as needed Regular use of a computer, telephone, copier, and other standard office equipment Ability to sit for extended periods Why Chesapeake Beverage? We're a growing organization that values people who take ownership, pay attention to the details, and enjoy being part of a team. As an Accounts Receivable Specialist, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our financial operations by supporting timely collections, maintaining accurate records, and helping strengthen the company's cash flow. If you're ready to bring your accounting skills, analytical mindset, and customer-focused approach to a team that plays a vital role in the business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us keep the business moving forward. Chesapeake Beverage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment offers are conditional and subject to satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screening. Failure to meet the company's established criteria may result in withdrawal of the employment offer. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign related duties and responsibilities as needed to meet organizational needs.