Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Cleveland, Ohio in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed financial work, thrives in a structured onsite environment, and can support high-volume receivables activity with accuracy and consistency. The role centers on cash application, billing support, account review, and reporting, while also contributing to related projects and day-to-day accounts receivable operations.

Responsibilities:

• Process daily cash receipts by reviewing aging data, validating remittance details, and applying payments accurately within the accounts receivable system.
• Reconcile payment activity from external payment platforms to internal records and resolve posting discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Record daily deposits, balance bank-related activity, and complete recurring receivables reporting with a high degree of accuracy.
• Communicate confirmed customer payments to internal teams, including accounts receivable staff, customer service, production, and shipping, when order release depends on receipt of funds.
• Monitor credit hold activity, prepare updates for leadership review, and alert relevant team members when customer accounts are placed on hold or released based on payment status.
• Support billing operations by confirming invoice transmissions, identifying exceptions in automated invoice processing, and escalating issues as needed.
• Review credit card payment activity on a scheduled basis, enter transactions manually when required, and provide supporting reports to the appropriate lead.
• Handle miscellaneous receivables tasks such as routing physical checks to the designated lockbox and sharing backup documentation for account identification.
• Assist with reporting needs and special projects related to accounts receivable operations and cash activity management.