Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable & Cash Application Specialist to join our team on a temporary 3–4 month assignment
. This role is crucial in ensuring accurate financial records, timely payment collections, and smooth customer interactions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working independently while contributing to a collaborative team, this could be the right fit for you.

• Maintain and update customer records in financial systems in line with company policy and compliance requirements.
• Send payment reminders and follow up with customers on overdue balances via phone and email.
• Post invoices daily from wholesale platforms to financial systems.
• Prepare and send approved debit/credit memos to customers.
• Monitor AR aging and share weekly updates with key stakeholders.
• Generate and distribute monthly AR statements to customers.
• Manage AR inboxes across divisions, providing professional and timely responses.
• Collaborate with commercial and operations teams to ensure accurate order recording.
• Apply incoming payments (checks and EFTs) to customer accounts.
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Record monetary transfers and transactions in financial systems.
• Support month-end reconciliations, audits, and reporting for management teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting, plus 2+ years of Accounts Receivable experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Working knowledge of Accounts Receivable processes and basic accounting practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with teams.
• Prior experience with accounting software (Sage Intacct and Leaf Trade preferred).
• Customer-focused mindset with problem-solving skills and a sense of urgency.

• Must be comfortable working the night shift
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• Remote WFH opportunity – requires high-speed internet and reliable power backup.
• This is a temporary role (3–4 months) to support AR operations during a peak period.