Cash Applications Specialist

Cash Applications Specialist
Pittsburgh, PA 15238 | $55,000-$60,000
About the Opportunity
Looking to take ownership of key accounts receivable activities in a stable, collaborative finance environment? This is an excellent opportunity for an AR professional who enjoys balancing customer interaction, problem-solving, and accounting accuracy while gaining exposure to month-end close and process improvement initiatives.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Hands-on role with visibility across Finance, Sales, and customer-facing teams.
  
  
• Exposure to month-end close, reconciliations, reporting, and audit support.
  
  
• Opportunity to build ERP and accounting system expertise, including SAP.
  
  
• Well-rounded responsibilities spanning invoicing, cash application, collections, and account analysis.
  
  
• Collaborative environment that values accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  
  
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on cash flow and customer relationships.
  
  
• Ability to identify and contribute to process improvements within the accounts receivable function.
  
  
• Broad accounts receivable experience beyond collections alone.
  
  

Cash Applications Specialist Key Responsibilities

• Process customer invoices and apply payments accurately and promptly.
  
  
• The Cash Applications Specialist will reconcile customer accounts and investigate billing and payment discrepancies.
  
  
• Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on outstanding customer balances.
  
  
• Prepare receivables reports and support month-end and year-end close activities.
  
  
• The Cash Applications Specialist will partner with Sales, Finance, and customers to resolve account issues and support collections efforts.
  
  
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
  
  
• The Cash Applications Specialist will assist with audit requests and support internal controls and compliance requirements.
  
  

Qualifications of the Cash Applications Specialist Role

• 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, cash applications, collections, invoicing, or related accounting functions.
  
  
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and accounting fundamentals.
  
  
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems; SAP experience preferred.
  
  
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including account reconciliation and data analysis.
  
  
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and organizational abilities.
  
  
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
  
  

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