Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a fast-paced, high-volume accounting team. This role will be responsible for managing customer accounts, cash application, collections, account reconciliations, and invoice research while supporting the overall accounts receivable function. This is a temporary opportunity with the potential to convert to a permanent position based on performance and business needs.
Key Responsibilities

• Process and post a high volume of daily customer payments, including ACH, wire transfers, lockbox, and credit card transactions
• Manage accounts receivable activities for a large customer portfolio
• Monitor aging reports and conduct collections efforts to ensure timely payment of outstanding invoices
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, short payments, chargebacks, deductions, and unapplied cash
• Perform customer account reconciliations and maintain accurate account records
• Generate and distribute invoices, statements, and customer account information
• Partner with internal departments, including Sales, Customer Service, and Accounting, to resolve account issues
• Research payment discrepancies and provide timely resolution to customers
• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts receivable
• Maintain compliance with company policies and accounting procedures

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Accounts Receivable experience in a high-volume environment
• Strong understanding of cash applications, collections, account reconciliations, and billing processes
• Experience working with ERP systems and accounting software
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables preferred
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication and customer service abilities
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, or large corporate environments
• Previous experience handling high transaction volumes and complex customer accounts
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.