Accounts Receivable Specialist Rochester, NY

Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a real estate and property organization in Rochester, New York on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a detail-focused finance environment and can manage incoming payments, customer invoicing, and account follow-up with accuracy and professionalism. The role will support day-to-day receivables operations while partnering with internal teams to help maintain timely cash flow and reliable financial records.

Responsibilities:

• Process customer payments and apply cash receipts accurately to the appropriate accounts and invoices.
• Prepare and issue billing documents in a timely manner while reviewing charges for completeness and correctness.
• Monitor open balances, communicate with commercial clients regarding past-due accounts, and follow through on collection efforts professionally.
• Reconcile cash activity and receivable records to ensure account balances are current and properly documented.
• Record financial transactions such as journal entries related to receivables and payment activity as needed.
• Provide administrative assistance tied to accounts payable and other accounting support functions when required.
• Investigate payment discrepancies, resolve account issues, and coordinate with internal departments to correct errors efficiently.