Accounts Receivable Specialist- Mesa AZ

Vaco Phoenix is partnering with a reputable company that is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist to join its team. In this role, you will oversee the credit approval process, manage collections to ensure timely payments, and maintain positive relationships with customers. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity based fully onsite in Mesa, offering up to $26 per hour, depending on experience. Responsibilities Review and assess customer credit applications, analyzing financial statements and credit reports to determine creditworthiness. Recommend and monitor credit limits and terms, ensuring they align with company policies and risk tolerance. Proactively manage overdue accounts to ensure timely collections, contacting customers to resolve outstanding balances. Address payment discrepancies and disputes, negotiating payment arrangements as necessary. Maintain detailed records of all collection's activities and customer interactions. Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer accounts, reflecting current payment statuses and credit limits. Prepare and distribute aging reports, highlighting overdue accounts and identifying potential risks. Collaborate with internal teams, such as Sales and Customer Service, to ensure seamless account management and timely issue resolution. Qualifications 2-4 years of experience in credit and collections, accounts receivable, or a related financial role. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess credit risk and make informed decisions. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a focus on maintaining positive customer relationships. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and familiarity with ERP systems and credit/collections software. Benefits The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco