Accounts Receivable Specialist

Collection Specialist

We are seeking a dedicated Collection Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage the full-cycle accounts receivable process, including collection, billing and invoicing for clients. This role requires a high level of accuracy in applying cash receipts and posting payments to customer accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle accounts receivable process, including billing and invoicing.
• Generate and distribute accurate invoices in a timely manner.
• Apply cash receipts and post payments to customer accounts with precision.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances through collections efforts via email or phone.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, short payments, and unapplied cash.
• Reconcile accounts receivable ledger to ensure all payments are properly accounted for.
• Perform account reconciliations and assist with month-end close activities.
• Maintain detailed and organized records of customer accounts and payment activity.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as sales, customer service, and accounting to resolve client issues and improve processes.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience.
• Experience using QuickBooks.
• Strong experience with billing, invoicing, cash applications, collections, and reconciliations.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial reporting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially in collections scenarios.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and basic formulas.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to research and resolve discrepancies independently.

Work Environment

This position requires working in the office five days a week, Monday through Friday, from 6:45 am to 2 pm, working through lunch.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Farmingdale, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Farmingdale,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.