Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Matheny Motor Truck Company is seeking an  energetic, detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our growing accounting team! If you have a strong background in  automotive, dealership, commercial truck, or transportation-industry accounting , we want to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working with customers, solving account discrepancies, managing receivables, and being part of a fast-paced organization with  competitive wages, great benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Position Summary

The  Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing key aspects of the company’s billing, collections, cash application, and customer account processes. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely collection of receivables, resolving account discrepancies, and supporting the overall financial health of the organization.

The ideal candidate will have  prior accounting experience within the automotive, commercial truck, dealership, transportation, or related industries and understand the unique billing and customer account needs of these businesses.

Key ResponsibilitiesBilling & Invoicing

• Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices in accordance with contracts, purchase orders, repair orders, and established billing procedures.
• Verify pricing, terms, customer information, and supporting documentation prior to billing.
• Maintain accurate customer account records and update information as needed.
• Ensure invoices are distributed promptly through appropriate electronic or mail delivery systems.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies in coordination with internal departments and customers.

Collections & Customer Account Management

• Monitor customer accounts for outstanding balances and review accounts receivable aging reports.
• Contact customers regarding overdue balances and work professionally to resolve payment issues, discrepancies, and disputes.
• Maintain detailed records of collection efforts and customer communications.
• Partner with sales, service, parts, and operations teams to resolve billing issues and payment delays.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with customers while supporting timely payment.

Cash Application & Reconciliation

• Accurately record and apply customer payments, including checks, ACH, wires, and credit card transactions.
• Reconcile accounts receivable subledger balances to the general ledger.
• Research and resolve unapplied cash, short payments, overpayments, and other account discrepancies.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities by preparing AR reports, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.

Reporting & Compliance

• Generate and analyze accounts receivable aging reports and provide updates to management.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow company accounting policies and procedures.
• Support compliance with applicable accounting standards and  GAAP .
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to requests.

What We're Looking For

Automotive accounting experience is strongly preferred. Candidates with experience in  automotive dealerships, commercial truck dealerships, transportation, fleet services, heavy equipment, automotive repair, parts, or other related industries are especially encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2–4 years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting, or a related field.
• Prior automotive or dealership accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable, invoicing, collections, and account reconciliation.
• Experience working with accounting or dealership management software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to independently research problems, identify discrepancies, and find solutions.
• Ability to handle sensitive financial information with confidentiality and professionalism.

Why Join Matheny?

At Matheny Motor Truck Company, you'll have the opportunity to build your career with a 104-year-old family-owned company that continues to grow and evolve.

We offer:

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefits
• Opportunities for advancement
• A stable, growing work environment
• The opportunity to work with a diverse range of customers and industries
• A chance to be part of a company with a long-standing reputation in the commercial transportation industry

About Matheny Motor Truck Company

Matheny Motor Truck Company is a 104-year family business with deep roots in commercial transportation products. Today, we are a growing organization with approximately 550 employees and locations throughout West Virginia, Florida, Maryland, Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, Kansas, and Delaware.

Our locations serve a wide range of industries, including  commercial trucks, automobiles, buses, towing, fire, emergency vehicles, and other transportation-related markets.

Join a company where your accounting expertise can make a direct impact on our customers, our locations, and our continued growth.

Matheny Motor Truck Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.