AR Specialist

AR Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented AR Specialist to join a growing accounting team. This AR Specialist role is responsible for cash applications, collections, customer account management, credit administration, and accounts receivable reporting.

About the AR Specialist Opportunity

Diverse Accounts Receivable responsibilities, high visibility across Accounting and Customer Service, opportunity to own customer account management processes, mix of cash applications, collections, reporting, and credit administration, stable role with growth potential.

Key Responsibilities for the AR Specialist

• Post customer payments including cash, ACH, checks, credit cards, and wire transfers.
• Process credit card payments and maintain payment records.
• Follow up on past-due accounts and support collection efforts.
• Review and resolve customer account discrepancies.
• Maintain existing customer accounts and set up new accounts and credit limits.
• Process customer credits and support account adjustments.
• Maintain customer documentation including applications, W-9s, ACH information, and tax certificates.
• Prepare AR aging reports, invoice copies, and other customer account documentation.

Qualifications for the AR Specialist

Required:

• Accounts Receivable experience
• Cash application and collections experience
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excel proficiency

Preferred:

• Credit and account setup experience
• Experience managing customer portals and invoicing
• Manufacturing or distribution industry experience

What We're Looking For in an AR Specialist

• Strong follow-up and problem-solving skills
• Professional communicator who works well with customers and internal teams
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Self-starter who can manage multiple priorities
• A dependable AR Specialist who takes ownership of customer accounts

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