Accounts Receivable Specialist II

Accounts Receivable Specialist II

The Accounts Receivable Specialist II is responsible for AR functions including payment processing, account reconciliation, and collections outreach. This role ensures the accuracy of receivables data, supports timely collections, and works cross-functionally to resolve issues and meet cash flow goals.

Responsibilities include:

• Processing and applying customer payments across multiple platforms and payment methods.
• Monitoring AR aging and proactively following up with customers on past-due invoices.
• Researching and resolving payment discrepancies, credit balances, and customer disputes.
• Reconciling AR accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Generating and sending customer account statements and supporting collections processes.
• Coordinating with internal departments to ensure accurate invoicing and resolution of account issues.
• Preparing AR-related reports for management and supporting audits as needed.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement and assisting in documentation updates.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications include:

• High School Diploma required; Associate's degree in Accounting or Business preferred.
• 3+ years of hands-on AR experience in a high-volume or service-based environment.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, AR workflows, and collections procedures.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and intermediate Excel skills.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to handle escalations.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks independently.

This position does not require regular travel as part of its primary responsibilities. However, occasional travel may be required, up to 10%, primarily for occasional off-site meetings, training sessions, or company events. Travel, when necessary, will be communicated in advance and aligned with business needs.

This position primarily operates in a professional office environment, requiring the ability to work at a desk for extended periods while using a computer, phone, and standard office equipment. The position involves sitting for extended periods, performing data entry, and engaging in frequent communication via email, phone, and in-person interactions. The role involves regular communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders, both in person and through virtual platforms. The physical demands of the job may include occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of office materials up to 15 pounds.

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates.