Accounts Receivable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support billing and cash application activities for a Contract position based in Covington, Kentucky. This role focuses on maintaining accurate customer invoicing, recording incoming payments, and ensuring account information is current and well documented. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, comfort working with financial transactions, and the ability to communicate effectively regarding account activity.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and distribute customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner to support ongoing billing operations.

- Record check payments and organizational deposits while ensuring all cash activity is applied to the appropriate customer accounts.

- Generate and send customer account statements to support visibility into open balances and recent transactions.

- Review receivable records for accuracy and resolve discrepancies related to billing, payments, and account balances.

- Support commercial collections efforts by following up on outstanding invoices and documenting account status updates.

- Reconcile daily cash activity and maintain organized records of payment applications and receivable transactions. Requirements - Experience working in accounts receivable, billing, or a related accounting support function.

- Knowledge of cash application processes, payment posting, and account reconciliation practices.

- Ability to manage commercial collections communications effectively.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate financial records.

- Proficiency in handling customer statements, invoices, and payment-related documentation.

- Effective written and verbal communication skills in a business environment.

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