Accounts Receivable Specialist

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, Onsite

Compensation: $29-$30/hour

Employment Type: Permanent, Direct Hire

A well-established company in the Lowell area is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join its accounting team. This is a hands‑on AR position with responsibility for a medium-to-high volume of accounts receivable activity
, including cash applications, collections, account reconciliation, and resolving customer account discrepancies.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys owning the AR process, communicating directly with customers, and working as part of a collaborative accounting team. The company offers strong benefits, stability, and opportunities for long-term growth.

• Process and apply customer payments, including checks, credit cards, and ACH transactions
• Maintain accurate and timely accounts receivable records
• Manage medium-to-high volume AR activity
• Monitor outstanding balances and perform collection follow‑up
• Communicate with customers regarding past‑due balances, payment status, and billing questions
• Research and resolve account discrepancies
• Reconcile customer accounts and AR transactions
• Maintain accurate documentation of payments, collections, and account activity
• Assist with credit and collections functions
• Coordinate with internal accounting and operational teams to resolve billing and payment issues
• Support general accounting and bookkeeping functions as needed

• Previous Accounts Receivable, Credit, Collections, or related accounting experience
• Experience working in a medium-to-high volume AR environment preferred
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable and basic accounting principles
• Experience with accounting or ERP software
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to research and resolve account discrepancies independently
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is preferred but not required with relevant experience

• $29-$30/hour
• Strong benefits package
• Stable, established organization
• Small, collaborative accounting team
• Opportunity for professional growth and increased responsibility