Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support billing, payment application, and account follow-up activities for a long-term contract opportunity based in Tallmadge, Ohio. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong analytical judgment, works well with customer accounts, and can adapt quickly to financial systems and processes. The position will play an important part in maintaining accurate receivables records, resolving invoice issues, and helping keep collections on track.

Responsibilities:
• Review customer invoices, identify discrepancies, and make needed corrections to support accurate billing records.
• Manage commercial collections by following up on outstanding balances and maintaining clear, consistent communication with customers.
• Apply incoming payments to the appropriate accounts and investigate any mismatches or unapplied cash items.
• Reconcile account activity to ensure balances are accurate and supported by current documentation.
• Use Sage Intacct, Salesforce, and Excel to track receivables, update account details, and monitor collection efforts.
• Partner with internal teams to resolve billing questions and clear issues that may delay payment.
• Analyze account trends and open items to help prioritize collection activities and reduce aged receivables.• At least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Hands-on background in invoice review, billing support, and account reconciliation.
• Experience handling commercial collections and cash application activities.
• Working knowledge of Sage Intacct, Salesforce, and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to assess account issues carefully and make sound decisions based on available information.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable learning new systems quickly and adapting to changing business needs.