Accounts Receivable Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable (A/R) Associate to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with 1-2 years of accounts receivable experience who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting efficient cash flow operations.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, possess strong data entry skills, and demonstrate a commitment to accuracy while managing customer payments, account reconciliations, and collections activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and record incoming customer payments accurately and in a timely manner
• Prepare and manage customer invoicing activities
• Reconcile customer accounts, identify discrepancies, and resolve payment issues
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and customer account information
• Follow up on past-due accounts and initiate collections procedures as needed
• Process remittance information received via email for ACH and virtual credit card payments
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account balances
• Monitor aging reports and assist with collection efforts
• Perform administrative duties including:
• • Answering phone calls
  • Responding to A/R-related emails
  • Maintaining A/R invoices and supporting documentation
  • Organizing paper and electronic records using alphabetical and numerical filing systems
• Perform heavy data entry with a high degree of accuracy
• Support month-end processes and other accounting functions as assigned
• Complete additional duties and special projects as needed

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant Accounts Receivable, Accounting, or Bookkeeping experience
• Proficiency in invoicing, payment processing, and account reconciliation
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial recordkeeping
• Experience handling collections and resolving account discrepancies
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Sage accounting software preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality when handling financial information

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of ACH payments, virtual credit card processing, and remittance handling
• Experience working with high-volume transactions and data entry
• Ability to analyze account activity and identify discrepancies efficiently
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field is a plus

The Specialized Recruiting Group (part of Express Employment Professionals) office in Tyler, TX offers a tailored approach to professional placement, delivering personalized service that matches the unique needs of both companies and talented candidates. Whether you need highly skilled project staff or are filling a critical role on your team, our workforce solutions are designed to strengthen local business communities across the U.S. Trust us to connect you with the right talent or opportunity, helping your business or career thrive.

Company Description

The Specialized Recruiting Group (part of Express Employment Professionals) office in Tyler, TX offers a tailored approach to professional placement, delivering personalized service that matches the unique needs of both companies and talented candidates. Whether you need highly skilled project staff or are filling a critical role on your team, our workforce solutions are designed to strengthen local business communities across the U.S. Trust us to connect you with the right talent or opportunity, helping your business or career thrive.