Accounts Receivable Specialist; Hybrid Job New York New York USA,Accounting

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Work Setting: Hybrid (in-person/remote)

Location:
Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of one of the following locations:
New York City, NY;
Nashville, TN; or Pittsburgh, PA.

Role Purpose

The Accounts Receivable Specialist supports accurate and timely billing, collections, cash application, and receivables reporting. The role monitors customer payment behavior, resolves payment issues, and helps maintain strong cash flow and reliable financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities Receivables Monitoring & Collections

Monitor open receivables and customer payment behavior.
Manage dunning activities, including customer reminders and collection follow-up.
Coordinate with external collection agencies when needed.

Cash Application & Reconciliation

Apply incoming cash accurately and on a timely basis.
Reconcile incoming payments with customer invoices and investigate discrepancies.

Dispute Resolution & Escalation

Resolve customer payment disputes in coordination with relevant internal stakeholders.
Escalate overdue accounts and unresolved issues appropriately.

AR Reporting & Risk Monitoring

Prepare and maintain reporting on accounts receivable aging and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
Identify and report potential bad debt risks.

Billing, Invoicing & Period-End Support

Handle billing and invoicing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Support month-end closing activities.
Support revenue recognition activities.

Cross-Functional Coordination

Coordinate within Finance and Operational Client Management on payment, billing, and receivables matters.
Work with external collection agencies when additional collection support is required.

Qualification & Experience

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent practical experience may be considered.
Three to five years of relevant accounts receivable experience, including billing, collections, cash application, and account reconciliation.
Working knowledge of ERP (preferably SAP) and accounting systems, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience preparing AR aging and DSO reports.
Strong attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage priorities independently and collaborate across functions.

Key Success Factors

Build and maintain excellent working relationships with Operational Client Management, ensuring timely communication and effective coordination on billing, collection, and account-related matters.
Engage with clients professionally, respectfully, and solution-oriented, including when managing disputes, delayed payments, or other difficult circumstances.
Demonstrate ownership and reliability by following through on commitments, escalating risks promptly, and contributing to accurate billing, timely collections, and strong receivables performance.

Other duties

Responsibilities may evolve based on client requirements, operational priorities, and business needs. The successful candidate must demonstrate sound judgment, ownership, discretion, and a proactive approach to maintaining a safe, reliable, and exceptional workplace.

Compensation:
The expected compensation is an estimate, and the final offer will depend on skills, experience, location, and other job-related factors.

Vacancy Status:
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Pay Range

$67,000 - $80,000 USD

WHAT WE OFFER

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