Accounts Receivable Analyst Job in Reading, PA

Accounts Receivable Analyst

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Analyst to support financial operations in Reading, Pennsylvania. This long-term contract position focuses on maintaining accurate receivables, applying incoming payments, and helping ensure timely customer remittance activity. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of commercial collections, billing support, and daily cash handling while working effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor open customer balances, investigate outstanding items, and follow up to secure timely payment.
• Apply incoming cash accurately to customer accounts and resolve discrepancies related to remittance details.
• Prepare and review invoices and account documentation to support correct billing activity.
• Reconcile daily cash transactions and maintain organized records of account activity.
• Partner with internal teams and external customers to address payment questions and account issues.
• Analyze receivables data to identify aging trends, deduction patterns, and areas requiring escalation.
• Support account cleanup efforts by researching unapplied cash, short payments, and disputed balances.