Specialist, Accounts Receivable

Velocity Clinical Research is an owned and integrated research site organization, providing excellence in patient care, high quality data and fully integrated research sites. At Velocity, we align our values and behaviors to give our employees the best chance of delivering on our brand promise: to bring innovative medical treatments to patients. We are committed to making clinical trials succeed by generating high quality data from as many patients as possible, as quickly as possible while providing exemplary patient care at every step.

Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and company holidays, 401(k) retirement plan with company-match, and an annual incentive program.

The Accounts Receivable Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the financial health of our organization by ensuring timely and accurate billing, collections, and reconciliation of sponsor and CRO payments. This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The Accounts Receivable Specialist works in partnership with Accounts Receivable leadership and other Accounting Staff to execute accounting functions of the company as directed.

Responsibilities include invoicing, applying payments, and collecting outstanding balances on a per clinical research study basis. This role will be assigned dedicated accounts and is responsible for maintaining an AR aging average as well as maximizing revenue for those accounts.

• Invoice for billable items according to a contract.
• Record and reconcile sponsor (customer) payments.
• Collect any outstanding invoices, ensure AR aging balance meets or exceeds Velocity’s directives.
• Work closely with clinical research sites to ensure all revenue is captured & invoiced.
• Project-based work as needed – may need to assist with clients/accounts that aren’t assigned to you.
• Meet end of month deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Extreme attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Excel.
• Strong communication, problem solving, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Adaptable to process and system improvements.
• Proactive in identifying inefficiencies and ability to conceptualize potential solutions.

• Associate degree or higher in accounting or equivalent years of experience in related field preferred.
• Specialist I:
  Minimum of 2 years’ experience in accounts receivable.
• Specialist II: 3 to 5 years’ experience in accounts receivable.

The above Job Description is intended to communicate the general function of the mentioned position and by no means should be considered an exhaustive or complete outline of the specific tasks and functions that will be required. Additionally, specific tasks and duties of the position are subject to change as the Company, the department and circumstances change. All employees are expected to perform their duties within their ability as required by the job and/or as requested by management.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals are respected and valued.