Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Description Manage an assigned portfolio of over 200 customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices and reduction of past-due balances. Review accounts receivable aging reports regularly, identify collection priorities, and follow established collection strategies to drive results. Support initiatives to improve Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and optimize working capital by proactively managing collections and cash application activities. Process and apply customer payments accurately and promptly, including ACH, wire transfers, lockbox receipts, checks, and credit card payments. Research and resolve unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, short payments, overpayments, and remittance issues by working directly with customers and internal stakeholders. Perform daily cash application activities while maintaining strong internal controls and ensuring accurate posting within SAP. Perform account reconciliations and resolve billing discrepancies in collaboration with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Finance. Monitor customer accounts and communicate potential credit or collection risks to leadership in a timely manner. Maintain accurate customer account records, notes, and collection documentation to ensure clear audit trails and visibility. Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Finance to resolve billing and payment issues and to ensure a positive customer experience. Support customer inquiries and collection escalations in a professional, solutions-focused manner, primarily through email with some phone contact. Assist with new customer onboarding by helping ensure accurate billing setup, customer information, and portal access. Collaborate with third-party collection partners and internal teams to support effective accounts receivable and collection processes. Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and standardization of accounts receivable operations. Work extensively within customer portals and EDI processes to retrieve remittance information, submit invoices, and manage payment status, adapting to different portal formats and requirements. Support the development and adoption of key performance indicators (KPIs) for the accounts receivable function as metrics are established. Balance responsibilities across collections, portals, and cash application, ensuring each area receives appropriate focus and follow-through. Essential Skills At least 2+ years of accounts receivable experience managing customer accounts. Hands-on experience with collections, including prioritizing accounts and following structured collection strategies. Demonstrated cash application experience, including processing ACH, wire transfers, lockbox receipts, checks, and credit card payments. Experience managing large portfolios of customer accounts, including high-volume, multi-customer environments. Proficiency with SAP or similar ERP systems, including posting payments and performing account reconciliations. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs, for data analysis and reconciliation. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Burnsville, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 hybrid position in Burnsville,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options. 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