Accounts Receivable Analyst

Description

We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Analyst for a long-term contract opportunity based in Farmington, Connecticut. This role will support key accounts receivable functions, including invoicing, cash application, payment posting, and commercial collections. It is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and highly organized professional who can effectively manage outstanding receivables while ensuring accuracy across financial records.

The ideal candidate will play an important role in maintaining up-to-date cash activity, researching and resolving account discrepancies, and supporting the overall efficiency of the revenue cycle. Success in this position requires strong analytical skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced accounting environment.

Responsibilities:

- Review customer accounts to track outstanding balances, follow up on overdue invoices, and encourage timely commercial payments.

- Apply incoming payments accurately, reconcile remittance details, and ensure cash receipts are posted correctly in financial records.

- Prepare and process customer invoices, verify billing information, and address discrepancies that could delay payment.

- Monitor daily cash activity and investigate exceptions to maintain complete and accurate account status.

- Partner with internal teams and customer contacts to research account questions, resolve payment issues, and support collection efforts.

- Maintain organized documentation for receivables activity, including payment history, correspondence, and account adjustments.

- Reconcile account balances regularly to identify variances and take corrective action when needed.

- Support updates to accounts receivable processes or systems as assigned, including related data validation and issue follow-up.

Requirements - Experience working in accounts receivable with hands-on responsibility for billing, payment application, and account reconciliation.

- Background in commercial collections with the ability to communicate professionally regarding past-due balances.

- Working knowledge of cash applications and daily cash activity processing.

- Ability to investigate discrepancies, analyze account details, and resolve issues with accuracy.

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when managing multiple accounts and deadlines.

- Proficiency with financial systems and standard business software used for receivables tracking and reporting.

- Clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and internal stakeholders.

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