Accounts Receivable Specialist Fort Wayne

Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a team in Fort Wayne, Indiana in a long-term contract capacity. This role focuses on maintaining accurate receivables, supporting timely payment activity, and delivering clear, detail-oriented communication to customers regarding account status. The position is well suited for someone who brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and a customer-focused approach to collections and cash processing.

Responsibilities:

• Manage incoming receivable activity by recording payments, updating customer balances, and keeping account details accurate.
• Apply cash receipts to the appropriate customer accounts and resolve discrepancies that affect account reconciliation.
• Carry out commercial collections outreach in a detail-oriented manner to improve payment timing and reduce overdue balances.
• Prepare and issue invoices while ensuring billing records are complete, accurate, and aligned with customer agreements.
• Review daily cash activity and post transactions promptly to support reliable financial reporting.
• Investigate payment issues, short pays, and unapplied cash by working with customers and internal partners to reach resolution.
• Maintain organized documentation related to receivables, collections efforts, billing adjustments, and payment history.