Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Collection Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Collection Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage the full-cycle accounts receivable process, including collection, billing and invoicing for clients. This role requires a high level of accuracy in applying cash receipts and posting payments to customer accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle accounts receivable process, including billing and invoicing.
• Generate and distribute accurate invoices in a timely manner.
• Apply cash receipts and post payments to customer accounts with precision.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances through collections efforts via email or phone.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, short payments, and unapplied cash.
• Reconcile accounts receivable ledger to ensure all payments are properly accounted for.
• Perform account reconciliations and assist with month-end close activities.
• Maintain detailed and organized records of customer accounts and payment activity.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as sales, customer service, and accounting to resolve client issues and improve processes.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience.
• Experience using QuickBooks.
• Strong experience with billing, invoicing, cash applications, collections, and reconciliations.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial reporting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially in collections scenarios.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and basic formulas.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to research and resolve discrepancies independently.

Work Environment

This position requires working in the office five days a week, Monday through Friday, from 6:45 am to 2 pm, working through lunch.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Farmingdale, NY.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Farmingdale,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.