Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist

$25 - $27 per hour | Fresno, CA | On-site | Consulting

Join a well-established global organization known for its commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and employee development. This team-oriented environment values accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful business operations while working alongside experienced accounting and finance professionals.

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to support a busy accounting team for an approximately six-month assignment, with potential for long-term opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have experience with cash applications, payment posting, account reconciliations, credit memos, aging analysis, and resolving short-payments. Advanced Excel skills are highly preferred, including Pivot Tables, lookups, formulas, and data analysis. SAP experience is a plus.

Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment are essential for success in this role.

• Competitive pay at $25 - $27/hour
• Full-time weekday schedule, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
• Potential opportunity to convert to a long-term position
• Work alongside an experienced and supportive A/R Supervisor
• Collaborative accounting team with established processes
• Opportunity to enhance SAP and ERP system experience
• Exposure to high-volume accounts receivable activities
• Stable work environment with strong team support
• Great opportunity to expand reconciliation and analytical skills

Job Details:

We are seeking a dynamic and driven Consulting Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in the manufacturing industry. This role is pivotal in maintaining the financial health and integrity of our organization, providing you the opportunity to showcase your skills in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You will be responsible for managing and optimizing all accounts receivable related functions, including cash applications, payment posting, collections, and more.

This position requires a strong understanding of data analysis, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel, as well as excellent customer account management skills.

• Manage the complete cycle of accounts receivable, including billing, cash applications, payment posting, and collections.
• Prepare and analyze aging reports to identify delinquent accounts and insufficient payments.
• Create and issue credit memos as necessary to adjust customer accounts.
• Utilize SAP, Microsoft Excel, and other ERP systems to maintain accurate records and perform data analysis.
• Conduct complex account analysis and ledger reconciliation, ensuring all transactions are conducted and recorded accurately.
• Participate in month-end close processes, including the preparation of detailed reports for management.
• Manage customer account inquiries, disputes, and resolutions professionally and efficiently.
• Conduct commercial collections, liaising with customers to ensure timely payments.
• Continually review and implement improvements to the accounts receivable process.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in an Accounts Receivable role, preferably within the manufacturing industry.
• Proficiency in SAP and ERP systems.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and XLOOKUP.
• Strong understanding of cash applications, payment posting, collections, aging reports, and credit memos.
• Exceptional customer service and account management skills.
• Proven ability to analyze accounts, reconcile ledgers, and resolve disputes.
• Experience with commercial collections and data analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

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