Accounts Receivable Specialist

Vaco Los Angeles is looking for an experienced and talented AR and Collections Specialist to join one of our client's exciting accounting team. A basic understanding of accounting, standard accounts receivables procedures, processing payments, and a positive attitude is essential. The ideal candidate will have a willingness to learn and grow! This role can pay up to $30/hr and is on‑site in Torrance, CA. This role will be contract to hire. Duties and Responsibilities Ensure collectors are making sufficient outbound calls to delinquent customer accounts Support collection and cash application teams with escalations and guidance Work cross functionally within the organization to resolve issues Review and recommend accounts for research and reconciliation Perform collection activities as a hands‑on member of the collection team Provide coaching to collection team Review the follow request for accuracy, completeness and justification – Credit memo, refunds and payment adjustments Establish and review collection metrics daily to adjust individual and/or team priorities Keep AR management team abreast of issues and concerns that affect team productivity and performance Assign tasks to team members based on planned and unplanned absences to ensure workload remains equitable Qualifications and Skills Associate degree in Accounting/Finance (Preferred) Understanding of basic accounting principles including accounts receivables, accounts payable, invoicing, credits, debits, chargebacks and credit terms Demonstrated experience in AR implementation and collection Strong organizational skills Excellent communication skills Experienced using ERP applications Equal Opportunity Notice Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including 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 applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; and other business and organizational needs. The following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits). #J-18808-Ljbffr