AR Specialist

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to support the organization's revenue cycle processes and contribute to the overall success of the finance team. This position is primarily responsible for invoice management, payment processing, account reconciliation, and collection activities while helping maintain accurate financial records.

This role offers the opportunity to gain broad exposure to accounting operations and develop into a more comprehensive accounting position over time. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, customer-focused, and interested in long-term professional growth within a finance environment.

What You'll Do

• Create and distribute customer invoices in a timely and accurate manner.
• Record incoming payments and ensure proper application to customer accounts.
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, unapplied cash, and account variances.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and proactively communicate with customers regarding past-due balances.
• Maintain accurate customer account records and supporting documentation.
• Process account adjustments, credits, and billing corrections as needed.
• Reconcile customer balances and support general ledger accuracy.
• Assist with month-end accounting activities and reporting requirements.

Customer & Internal Support

• Serve as a point of contact for billing and payment inquiries.
• Partner with internal departments to resolve invoice, payment, and account-related issues.
• Build professional relationships with customers while delivering a high level of service.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Participate in finance process optimization initiatives.
• Assist with the implementation and utilization of automation tools designed to streamline accounting workflows.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting capabilities.
• Support data management and system maintenance activities as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, accounting support, or a related finance function.
• Strong understanding of invoicing, payment application, account reconciliation, and collections processes.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, transaction-heavy environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience with ERP, accounting, or dealership management software.
• Exposure to month-end close processes and general accounting functions.
• Experience working with large transaction volumes.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.

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