Junior Accountant / Accounts Receivable - Charlotte

Written By Jonathan Schwartz

Junior Accountant (Accounts Receivable)

Company Overview

Established in 1989 in New York City and now headquartered in Charlotte, NC, Atelier 4, LLC is a leading provider of fine art logistics and related services. Trusted by private collectors, galleries, museums, auction houses, and cultural institutions worldwide, we offer white-glove transport, storage, installation, custom crating, project management, and consulting services.

Position Summary

The Junior Accountant, Accounts Receivable supports the finance department by managing daily accounting tasks with a primary focus on accounts receivable, invoicing, and collections. Operating in a fast-paced environment, this role is critical to maintaining financial order, operational expediency, and reporting transparency. The ideal candidate possesses a solid foundational knowledge of accounting principles, comfort navigating ERP/CRM platforms, and exceptional attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collections & Receivable Management: Draft standard correspondence for past-due accounts, identify delinquent accounts via regular file reviews, and contact clients to secure payments.

  • Recurring Revenue Processing: Handle invoicing and collections specifically for recurring revenue streams, such as art storage accounts.

  • Vendor Payables Support: Create and review approved, scanned vendor bills within NetSuite.

  • Dispute Resolution: Research customer account discrepancies and past-due amounts in collaboration with the operations and finance teams.

  • Audit & Reporting Assistance: Prepare documentation for external audits and organize, file, and retrieve accounts receivable materials.

  • Period-End Support: Assist the Senior Accountant and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with month-end and year-end closing processes.

Qualifications & Core Skills

  • Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or Bookkeeping preferred.

  • Experience: 2+ years of experience in corporate finance, business accounting, or bookkeeping.

Software Proficiency:

  • Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite (highly advanced Excel skills required) or Google Sheets.

  • Demonstrated experience with database entry and web-based ERP/CRM systems.

  • Oracle NetSuite experience is highly preferred.

  • Familiarity with AI or machine-learning accounting automation tools is a strong plus.

Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to maintain the strict confidentiality and discretion required of high-net-worth client accounts.

Quantitative Aptitude: Strong numerical accuracy and fluency in standard business accounting terminology.

Adaptability: Proven capacity to quickly learn proprietary software, protocols, and workflows unique to a niche logistics industry.

Compensation & Benefits

  •  Salary Range: $50,000 to $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

  •  Position Type: Full-Time.

  •  Reporting Structure: Reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer.

  •  Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision packages.

  •  Retirement: 401(k) retirement benefit plan.

  •  Time Off: Paid time off (PTO) and a generous holiday schedule.

  •  Growth: Professional development opportunities with a clear track to advance within the organization.

  •  Flexibility: Eligible for one WFH (Work From Home) day per week following the initial training period (at manager discretion).

Job Location & Schedule

  •  Location: Charlotte, NC

  •  Hours: Typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

To Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume to work@atelier4.com.

Atelier 4, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Due to the volume of applications, we will contact only the most qualified candidates. Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

Jonathan Schwartz
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