Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support financial operations for a manufacturing organization in Louisville, Kentucky. This Long-term Contract position will focus on maintaining accurate receivables records, applying incoming payments, supporting billing activities, and driving timely commercial collections. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment in account follow-up, and the ability to manage cash activity in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Manage daily accounts receivable activities by reviewing open balances, updating account records, and helping maintain accurate financial data.
• Apply incoming payments to customer accounts with precision, ensuring cash applications are posted correctly and discrepancies are researched promptly.
• Conduct commercial collections outreach with careful attention to detail to secure timely payment and reduce overdue balances.
• Prepare and process customer billing transactions, confirming invoices are accurate, complete, and aligned with established procedures.
• Monitor cash activity and reconcile payment information to support consistent reporting and account accuracy.
• Investigate account variances, resolve payment issues, and coordinate with internal partners to address outstanding items.
• Maintain organized documentation for receivables, collections efforts, billing records, and payment activity to support audit readiness.• Experience working in accounts receivable within a detail-oriented business environment.
• Practical knowledge of cash application processes, including posting and reconciling customer payments.
• Background in commercial collections with the ability to communicate effectively regarding past-due accounts.
• Familiarity with billing functions and invoice review in a high-volume setting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling cash activity and account updates.
• Proficiency with standard accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for receivables tracking.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently in a long-term contract role.