Accounting Specialist

Role: Accounting Specialist Location: Brooklyn, NY Pay: 24-28/hr Hours: 35 hours per week Schedule: Fully in-office Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(K) Key Responsibilities Manage student account billing and collections activities, ensuring timely invoicing, payment processing, and follow-up on outstanding balances. Review account balances, investigate discrepancies, and work directly with students and internal departments to resolve billing and payment issues. Monitor aging reports and conduct collection outreach through phone, email, and written correspondence to reduce delinquent accounts. Maintain accurate account records, process adjustments and payment plans, and ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures. Prepare account reconciliations, generate reports on collections activity and outstanding receivables, and assist with month-end and year-end account reviews. Requirements 1–3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Billing, Collections, or a related accounting/customer accounts role. Associate degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis functions. Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately reconcile accounts and resolve billing discrepancies. Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr