Accounts Receivable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support a manufacturing organization in Akron, Ohio through a Long-term Contract engagement. This position will focus on end-to-end receivables activity, including payment application, billing support, deduction review, and account analysis to help maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate brings strong Excel capability, solid commercial collections experience, and a detail-oriented approach to resolving discrepancies and improving cash flow.

Responsibilities:

- Manage the complete accounts receivable cycle, from invoice follow-up through payment posting and account reconciliation.

- Apply incoming cash accurately and in a timely manner while investigating unapplied payments and exceptions.

- Review customer deductions, identify root causes, and coordinate resolution with internal teams and external contacts.

- Conduct account research and financial analysis to resolve discrepancies, aging issues, and payment variances.

- Support commercial collections efforts by communicating with customers regarding outstanding balances and payment status.

- Maintain billing accuracy by reviewing transaction details and addressing issues that may affect customer accounts.

- Use advanced Excel functions to analyze receivables data, prepare reports, and track trends impacting cash activity.

- Monitor daily cash activity and update records to ensure reporting remains current and reliable. Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable or a closely related accounting function.

- Hands-on experience with full-cycle AR processes, including cash application, billing, and collections.

- Knowledge of commercial collections practices and customer account follow-up procedures.

- Ability to research deductions, reconcile discrepancies, and perform account-level analysis.

- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to work with large data sets and generate useful reporting.

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial transactions and account records.

- Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with customers and cross-functional teams.

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