Staff Accountant – Accounts Receivable

Sparus Holdings is a private equity–backed company providing professional, field, and technology services to utilities and Fortune 500 industrial companies across the U.S. and Canada. We are headquartered in Peachtree Corners, GA and are experiencing significant organic and acquisition-related growth. Sparus goes to market under seven core brands – Southern Cross, NAFS, The Spear Group, OneVision, TruCheck, ULS, and Allegiant.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to develop their managerial, accounting, and finance skillsets in a 70-year-old company undergoing significant growth and change. The Staff Accountant – Accounts Receivable will assist with accounts receivable functions, billing, and general ledger/other special projects.

Strong technology skills are preferred, as this individual will interact with several automated applications and will be required to manipulate data using Excel formulas. The candidate should be experienced in entering data with a high level of attention to detail and have solid math skills to make necessary calculations. The ideal candidate will be a thorough professional with strong communication abilities and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.

Essential Functions

- Manage automated timekeeping applications to ensure accurate capture of labor hours and reimbursable expenses.

- Electronically move approved hours and expense reimbursements into the automated billing application and reconcile to supporting documentation.

- Carry out all accounts receivable, billing, and related financial reporting with speed, accuracy, and adherence to internal deadlines and customer requirements.

- Assist in the preparation of customer billings based on labor hours and units incurred, in alignment with contracts, rates, and company policies.

- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in billing and accounts receivable, including missing documentation, short payments, unapplied cash, and disputed invoices.

- Prepare and submit recurring and ad hoc billing and accounts receivable reports to the supervisor and broader Accounting team.

- Reconcile general and subsidiary bank accounts by gathering, reviewing, and balancing relevant information.

- Assist the Accounting team with the month-end closing process, including journal entries, AR and bank reconciliations, and supporting schedules.

- Partner with Operations and other internal stakeholders to resolve questions related to timekeeping, billing, and customer accounts.

- Support internal and external audits by providing AR, billing, and cash application documentation as requested.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

- Accounts Receivable & Billing Management – Demonstrated experience with full-cycle AR (billing, cash application, collections, reconciliations).

- Financial Management & Reporting – Ability to prepare reconciliations, support month-end close, and interpret AR aging and trends.

- Attention to Detail & Accuracy – Strong focus on data integrity and error-free work in a high-volume environment.

- Systems & Technology Proficiency – Comfortable working in ERP/accounting systems and intermediate Excel skills (v-lookups, pivot tables, filters).

- Collaboration & Communication – Clear, professional communication with internal partners and external customers; able to balance firmness with customer service.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, exempt position. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Additional hours may be required at month-end, quarter-end, year-end, or during peak periods to meet deadlines and support business needs.

Required Education and Experience

- BA/BS degree in Accounting is required.

- 3–5 years of accounting experience, including exposure to accounts receivable and/or billing.

- Strong proficiency with large ERP systems; NetSuite and Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience strongly preferred.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to manipulate and analyze data using formulas, lookups, and pivot tables.

- Computer savvy with a working knowledge of relevant accounting and productivity software.

- Familiarity with general accounting principles and basic GAAP concepts.

Skills & Competencies

- Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in data entry and reconciliations.

- Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies.

- Solid math and numerical skills to support billing calculations and account reconciliations.

- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

- Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact professionally with internal partners and external customers.

- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure, particularly during month-end and quarter-end close.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

EEO Statement

Sparus Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.