Accounts Receivable Specialist

Description

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a busy accounting team. This onsite role is a contract-to-permanent opportunity for someone who can manage receivables activity with precision, communicate effectively with customers, and keep account records current in a high-volume setting. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in cash application, collections, and account reconciliation, along with a proactive approach to resolving billing and payment issues.

Responsibilities:

+ Process and post high-volume customer payments accurately and in a timely manner.

+ Perform accounts receivable reconciliations to ensure account balances are correct and up to date.

+ Conduct collections activities on outstanding accounts while maintaining professionalism in customer interactions.

+ Communicate with customers regarding account balances, payment status, discrepancies, and billing-related questions.

+ Research and resolve payment discrepancies, short pays, unapplied cash, and other account issues.

+ Maintain accurate documentation and filing systems for receivables activity.

+ Support general administrative tasks, including filing and record organization during downtime.

+ Work closely with internal departments to resolve account issues and support efficient cash application processes.

+ Ensure accuracy, attention to detail, and compliance with company procedures in all receivables activities.

Requirements

+ Previous accounts receivable, cash application, or collections experience preferred.

+ Strong reconciliation and payment posting skills.

+ Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

+ Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

+ Strong customer communication and problem-solving skills.

+ Ability to identify, investigate, and resolve payment discrepancies.

+ Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel, preferred.

+ Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

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