Accounts Receivable Specialist Lexington, KY

Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Lexington, Kentucky on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position is suited for someone who can step in quickly, work on site, and help reduce a high volume of outstanding receivables activity. The role will focus on applying incoming payments, resolving invoice matching issues, and supporting collections while maintaining accurate records and timely follow-up.

Responsibilities:

• Process daily incoming payments and post cash accurately to customer accounts.
• Review remittance information to identify payment details and reconcile receipts against open invoices.
• Monitor past-due balances and communicate with customers to support commercial collections efforts.
• Prepare and submit claims and related account documentation through Salesforce.
• Route complicated account discrepancies or unresolved payment issues to the appropriate accounts receivable contact for review.
• Assist with reducing outstanding workload by prioritizing aging items and completing follow-up actions promptly.
• Maintain organized records of cash activity, billing support work, and account updates to ensure reporting accuracy.