Accounts Receivable Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in Lincoln, Rhode Island. This contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of the organization by managing accounts receivable and ensuring efficient cash application processes. The ideal candidate will have expertise in collections, billing functions, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Responsibilities:

- Process and manage accounts receivable transactions with precision and accuracy.

- Apply cash payments to customer accounts and ensure timely reconciliation.

- Conduct commercial collections to address outstanding invoices and resolve payment issues.

- Generate and review billing statements while maintaining compliance with company procedures.

- Monitor cash activity and maintain detailed records for financial reporting.

- Update and maintain customer databases to ensure information accuracy.

- Prepare and maintain spreadsheets to track accounts receivable data.

- Collaborate with internal teams to address discrepancies and improve processes.

- Provide regular reports on accounts receivable status and collections efforts. Requirements - Proven experience in accounts receivable and cash applications.

- Strong knowledge of commercial collections processes.

- Familiarity with billing functions and financial recordkeeping.

- Proficiency in managing cash activity and reconciliation.

- Ability to maintain and update customer databases effectively.

- Advanced skills in spreadsheet creation and data management.

- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

- Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial tasks.

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