Accounts Receivable​/Collections Specialist

Accounts Receivable / Collections Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable / Collections Specialist to join a team in Modesto, California in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent position. This on-site role supports day-to-day receivables operations, cash application, and commercial collections while helping maintain accurate customer account records. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of billing, payment posting, account reconciliation, and customer dispute resolution, along with the ability to work closely with internal teams to improve payment timeliness.

Responsibilities:

• Apply customer payments received by check, ACH, wire, and credit card to the appropriate accounts with a high level of accuracy.

• Review daily cash activity, balance receipts against recorded transactions, and investigate any posting variances promptly.

• Manage commercial collection efforts by following established outreach procedures and adjusting communication style to the account situation.

• Examine aging reports regularly to identify overdue balances, prioritize follow-up, and support cash flow objectives.

• Prepare and distribute customer statements on a weekly and monthly schedule to encourage timely remittance.

• Work with sales and order entry partners to address invoice questions, resolve disputes, and remove barriers to payment.

• Assist with accounts receivable tasks tied to month-end close, including reconciliations and account review.

• Maintain organized documentation for payment records, account research, and supporting files needed for audit or follow-up.

• Perform additional receivables and collections duties as assigned by the Manager.