AR Cash Receipt Specialist

Position Overview

The AR Cash Receipt Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of incoming payments and maintaining integrity within accounts receivable records. This role plays a key part in reconciling transactions, resolving discrepancies, and supporting overall financial operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and collaborative.

• Process and apply incoming payments (checks, ACH, credit cards) to customer accounts.
• Reconcile cash receipts with bank statements and financial records.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to payments and deposits.
• Maintain accurate and organized documentation of all transactions.
• Generate reports on cash activity, outstanding balances, and issues.
• Partner with internal teams to resolve payment discrepancies and ensure accurate application.
• Communicate with customers regarding payment inquiries and issues.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.
• Provide responsive and professional customer service.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, cash application, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Accounts receivable
• Cash application
• Accounting principles
• Financial processes
• Microsoft Excel
• Analytical skills
• Problem‑solving
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Reconciliation
• Data entry
• Reporting
• Compliance
• Customer service