Accounts Receivable Specialist

Leader in specialized transportation and logistics planning for the implementation of heavy hauling solutions in New York is seeking an Senior Accounts Receivable and Collections specialist for their office in Garden City, NY 11530. This is a newly created position due to growth and will work on a team of 4 reporting into the Director of Credit and Collections.

This is an on-site opportunity with compensation upto 75K with benefits.

The ideal candidate holds the following:

• 5+ years of AR/Collections experience is required
• Ability to prepare and analyze AR aging reports, and has experience presenting AR metrics to executive leadership.
• Collections and B2B experience. The expectation of the role is to call/email at least 25 accounts per day; experience that aligns with that volume is required
• Degree +

This Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist role is responsible for managing the accounts receivable lifecycle
- Collections Management

• Proactively follow up on outstanding invoices and past-due accounts.
• Develop and execute collection strategies to minimize delinquency and bad debt.
• Negotiate payment terms, settlements, or repayment plans when necessary.
• Collaborate with customers to resolve disputes, short payments, and delays.
• Identify accounts requiring escalations, legal action, or lien filings.

Accounts Receivable & Cash Application

• Process customer payments and ensure accurate cash application.
• Reconcile AR accounts, including aging reports, unapplied cash, and open balances.
• Maintain organized records of collection activity and communications in the ERP system.
• Monitor customer credit limits and recommend adjustments based on payment history and risk.

Customer & Internal Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers regarding AR inquiries.
• Partner with project managers, sales teams, and contract administrators to resolve billing disputes.
• Review lien waiver requests for accuracy and obtain necessary approvals prior to release

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Sarah Khan