Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist (B2B Collections – Automotive)

Location: Southfield, MI (Onsite)

Company: LHH Recruitment Solutions (supporting our client)

Schedule: 8‑hour workdays; core onsite hours 9:00 AM–3:00 PM with flexible start between 7:00–9:00 AM

Compensation: $25–$28/hour (depending on experience)

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with an automotive industry client in Southfield, MI to hire an Accounts Receivable Specialist with a heavy focus on B2B collections. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail‑oriented AR professional who thrives in a high‑volume environment, excels at relationship‑driven collections, and understands how actions flow through sub‑ledgers.

• Manage end‑to‑end collection efforts for assigned B2B accounts while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Identify and resolve drivers of delinquency (pricing/payment discrepancies, disputes, short‑pays).
• Partner cross‑functionally (billing, sales, order management) to resolve issues and release orders on credit hold.
• Research and resolve credit memo concerns; ensure accurate remittance instructions are captured.
• Process customer payments/refunds per company policy.
• Respond promptly to client inquiries on billing and payment status.
• Maintain accurate, audit‑ready customer account records in line with company policies and procedures.

• Accurately post ACH, wires, checks, and credit card payments to customer accounts.
• Reconcile payments to invoices; resolve unapplied cash quickly and cleanly.
• Review AR aging and escalate high‑risk or aged items as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams and payer contacts to resolve payment variances and ensure correct application.
• Support month‑end close by preparing reconciliations and clearing unapplied balances; uphold internal controls.

• Prepare and deliver accurate, customer‑specific invoices.
• Communicate on outstanding balances and invoice questions; follow up on overdue items using accounting software.
• Work with internal teams to correct billing discrepancies; maintain accurate records and timely reports.

• 3+ years of Accounts Receivable experience with a major emphasis on B2B collections.
• Automotive industry experience — Required.
• Proven comfort and success handling outbound/ongoing collections activities as the core of the role.
• Solid understanding of debits/credits and how AR actions impact sub‑ledgers and the GL.
• Experience in high‑volume invoicing within a large organization.
• Excel proficiency with pivot tables (used extensively to analyze/manipulate data).
• Strong communication, organization, and time‑management skills; able to follow structured procedures with high attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated, accountable for personal metrics, and eager to learn.
• No degree required (degree is a plus).

• AS400 (ERP) – legacy system; training provided (most users get up to speed within a couple of days).
• Oracle ERP – primary financials.
• Standard office space with a cubicle layout; onsite presence required during core business hours.

• Pay: $25–$28/hour (DOE).
• Pre‑Employment Screening: 7‑year background check + sex‑offender registry search, 5‑panel drug screen, and credit check.

Interested candidates should apply through LHH Recruitment Solutions. If your background aligns, our recruiting team will contact you to discuss next steps and client interview availability.