Part-Time AR Specialist

Job Title:

Part-Time Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist

Location: Wood Dale, IL (on-site initially; hybrid option available after approximately 2 months)

Duration: 3 months with potential for extension

Schedule: Part-time (approximately 20–22 hours per week)

Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience

Job Summary: The Temporary Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist will support day‑to‑day accounting operations with a primary focus on invoicing, cash application, and collections. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate and timely processing of customer payments, maintaining current receivables records, and assisting with month‑end close and reporting. The position is designed to support increased workload and will work closely with both finance and sales teams.

• Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and on time through the company’s ERP system
• Record and apply incoming payments (checks, ACH, credit cards) to customer accounts
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on outstanding balances
• Communicate with customers to resolve billing discrepancies, payment delays, or credit issues
• Process credit memos, adjustments, and account reconciliations
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close activities, including AR‑related journal entries
• Prepare and maintain AR reports for management review
• Ensure compliance with company policies and maintain proper documentation
• Provide general accounting and administrative support as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience
• Experience in a manufacturing or similar environment preferred
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills; ERP system experience strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer‑service mindset
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ability to work collaboratively

Mid‑Senior level

Contract

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Administrative and Support Services

Submitted by Tray Prewitt