Accounts Receivable Specialist

AR Specialist

Type: Contract-to-Hire

Location: Gaithersburg, MD

Schedule: Fully Onsite

Compensation: $20-25hr/ $50-55k upon conversion

Hours: 7AM-4PM

Start Date: Upon completion of background check

Benefits

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Position Summary

A growing organization is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support daily accounts receivable operations. This role partners closely with internal teams and external customers to ensure accurate payment processing, collections, and accounts receivable administration. The Accounting Assistant will also serve as a primary point of contact for customer inquiries related to receivables.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts receivable activities, including preparing and processing daily cash deposits.
• Apply customer payments accurately and investigate/resolve payment discrepancies to ensure proper account reconciliation.
• Conduct daily collections, follow up with customers on outstanding balances, and provide bi-weekly account status reporting to management.
• Process and reconcile credit card payments, ensuring proper posting to customer accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations and reporting.
• Prepare and issue W-9s, certificates of insurance (COIs), and lien releases in compliance with company policies.
• Maintain accurate records and compliance within vendor and customer portals.
• Provide cross-functional support and backup coverage to team members as needed to ensure continuity of AR operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, supporting the overall efficiency of the finance/accounting department.

Qualifications

• Managed full-cycle accounts receivable in a high-volume environment, processing daily cash deposits and applying customer payments accurately.
• Conducted high-volume commercial collections, researching and resolving payment discrepancies to maintain accurate account balances.
• Assisted with month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and reporting to support accurate financial statements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, life insurance, and long-term disability (upon conversion)
• 15 days of paid time off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Tuition reimbursement

Position Details

• Full-time, onsite position
• Schedule: MondayFriday, 7:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.

Why choose Addison Finance & Accounting?

• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison's Finance & Accounting job openings lead to potential permanent employment
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.