Revenue Accounting Associate

Quick take: Axios is a company dedicated to providing trustworthy, award-winning news content in an audience-first format. We are hiring an Accounts Receivable Associate!

Why it matters: As the Accounts Receivable Associate you will be responsible for processing accounting data, and lend your skills towards the accounts receivable & collections processes. This person will have a heavy focus on cash collections and maintaining relationships with our customers. This role is very integrated into the creation of invoices, setup of contracts, follow up with external accounting contacts, performing monthly reconciliations and journal entries. This is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity with growth potential.

The details: In this role, you will make an impact to Axios through the following responsibilities:

• Initial setup of customers, products and contracts, and assist with email inquiries
• Picking up checks and processing cash receipts
• Follow up with past-due customers
• Reviewing monthly invoicing to ensure accuracy
• Work with the team to perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, as well as monthly financial workbook preparation
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations 
• Provide technical accounting analysis on non-routine transactions as needed to ensure proper accounting treatment
• Analyze and coordinate a variety of financial data, and report it in a useful and understandable manner
• Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as requested

Go deeper: Ideal candidates will embody an entrepreneurial spirit and passion for Axios’ mission and have the following skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance preferred
• 1-2 years of high volume, fast-paced accounts receivable/accounting experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to multi-task and handle competing priorities
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Positive attitude and ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment
• Strong desire to learn and grow professionally
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with proven ability to build relationships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Don’t forget:  

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance (100% paid for individuals, 75% for families)
• Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
• 401K
• Generous vacation policy, plus company holidays
• A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture
• Annual learning and development stipend

Additional pandemic-related benefits:

• One mental health day per quarter
• $100 monthly work-from-home stipend
• Company-sponsored access to Ginger coaching and mental health support 
• OneMedical membership, including tele-health services 
• Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers 
• Access to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies 
• Class pass discount
• Virtual company-sponsored social events

Base salary for this role is in the range of $55,000-$75,000 and is dependent on numerous factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, and skills. This range does not include other compensation benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Axios is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Axios makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.