Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Location: Plymouth, MN

Employment Type: Permanent

Pay Rate: $2227/hour

Position Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Accounting team in Plymouth, MN. This is a permanent role focused on ensuring accurate payment application, resolving customer billing issues, and maintaining current and accurate customer accounts. The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving, working with customers, and collaborating closely with internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, research, and resolve customer billing discrepancies, including short payments and deductions
• Investigate invoice disputes and payment variances in a timely manner
• Apply customer payments accurately, including ACH, check, and remote deposits
• Reconcile daily deposits and resolve posting discrepancies
• Coordinate with Accounting and AR team members to correct posting or tax-related issues
• Research returned mail and update customer billing information as needed
• Respond to internal and external customer inquiries with a strong service mindset
• Prepare and maintain accounts receivable reports as requested
• Ensure all transactions are posted timely and accurately in the accounting system
• Support additional AR or accounting tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of accounts receivable or related accounting experience preferred
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members in a fast-paced environment

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with bank portals is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Customer-focused with strong interpersonal skills
• Effective problem-solving and analytical abilities

Why This Role?

• Permanent opportunity with long-term stability
• Competitive hourly pay
• Collaborative accounting team environment
• Opportunity to play a key role in customer relationships and cash flow management

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled