Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable Specialist to join an accounting team. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is responsible for managing customer invoicing, payment processing, account reconciliations, and collections activities while maintaining positive client relationships. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience working in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and distribute accurate customer invoices in a timely manner.
• Post customer payments, including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit card transactions.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Perform collection activities while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, customer inquiries, and payment issues.
• Reconcile customer accounts and maintain accurate records within the accounting system.
• Prepare regular AR reports and assist with month-end close activities.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including Sales, Customer Service, and Operations, to ensure billing accuracy.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of accounts receivable, billing, or related accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of AR processes, cash applications, collections, and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables preferred.
• Experience working with ERP or accounting systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.