Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a Houston, Texas team in a Contract role supporting a dynamic Oil & Gas field services operation. This position is ideal for someone who can manage the full accounts receivable cycle with confidence, balance multiple priorities, and stay effective in a fast-moving environment. You will work closely with the AR team and leadership while helping maintain accurate receivables activity across several business lines.Responsibilities:• Oversee the complete accounts receivable process for assigned accounts, ensuring timely and accurate handling of billing, collections, and account maintenance.• Apply daily customer payments, reconcile cash activity, and investigate unapplied receipts or posting variances to keep records current.• Manage commercial collections efforts by following up on past-due balances, resolving payment issues, and providing regular updates on expected cash receipts.• Research invoice disputes, short payments, and overpayments, then coordinate appropriate corrections to bring customer accounts into balance.• Prepare and process approved credit and debit adjustments while maintaining clear supporting documentation.• Support new customer setup by reviewing credit-related documents, gathering required forms, and updating customer master data accurately.• Contribute to month-end activities by assisting with reconciliations, reporting, and other close-related AR tasks.• Partner with the AR Manager and internal teams on project-based assignments, including work tied to evolving shared services processes across the organization.