Accounts Receivable Specialist

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to support a fast-paced accounting team. This freelance role is responsible for accurate customer billing, payment application, account reconciliation, collections support, and maintenance of receivables records. What You’ll Do Prepare, review, and distribute customer invoices, statements, and payment reminders. Apply incoming payments accurately and reconcile customer account activity. Monitor accounts receivable aging, identify past‑due balances, and follow up on outstanding invoices by phone and email. Research and resolve billing discrepancies, deductions, credits, short payments, and customer inquiries. Maintain complete and accurate accounts receivable documentation, including billing records and customer account notes. Review customer billing terms and supporting documentation to help ensure proper invoicing. Partner with internal sales, customer service, and accounting teams to resolve account issues and disputes. Assist with recurring billing schedules, account updates, refund documentation, and audit support. Escalate collection risks, slow‑paying accounts, and material discrepancies to the appropriate manager. Identify opportunities to improve billing accuracy, collection effectiveness, and accounts receivable processes. What You’ll Bring 3+ years of accounts receivable, billing, collections, or related accounting experience. Experience managing high-volume invoices and customer account activity. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting or ERP systems. Excellent attention to detail, organization, and data-entry accuracy. Professional written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service mindset. Ability to prioritize work independently, meet deadlines, and manage confidential financial information. Working knowledge of invoice reconciliation, payment terms, aging reports, and collection practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr 24 Seven Talent