Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their accounting team. This role is responsible for processing customer payments, managing accounts receivable, following up on outstanding balances, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with financial data, communicating with customers, and maintaining accurate records in a fast-paced environment.

 

Pay : $22/hr

Schedule : M-F 8a-5p

Type of Job : Direct Hire/Permanent

Location : 100% onsite- Joliet, IL

 

Benefits Offered:

• 100% company-paid medical insurance with HSA contributions
• 401(k) with up to a 5% company match and annual bonus eligibility
• Generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities

 

Accounts Receivable Specialist Daily Tasks: What you will do:

• Process and apply customer payments, including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and other payment methods.
• Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding invoices through phone and email communications.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies, short payments, and account issues.
• Prepare and distribute invoices, account statements, and supporting documentation as requested.
• Perform account reconciliations and assist with month-end accounting activities.
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical accounting records.
• Document collection efforts and customer interactions.
• Support the Accounts Payable team by scanning, coding, filing, and entering invoices as needed.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely and accurate financial processing.
• Complete additional accounting and administrative tasks as assigned.

 

Accounts Receivable Specialist Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is a plus.
• At least 1 year of experience in Accounts Receivable, Collections, Cash Applications, or a similar accounting role.
• Experience working with accounting or ERP software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.

 

We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

 

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Company Description

Since 1995 Astrix has been delivering information technology consulting, regulatory advisory services and staffing solutions to the scientific community. We can assist in augmenting your internal resources to deliver optimum solutions on time and within budget. It is our goal to simply do it right. We work everyday to create value and build trust with our clients, employees, partners and vendors.

Astrix provides scientists to a broad spectrum of scientific based industries including: Chemical, Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics, Food Science, Flavors and Fragrances, Biomedical, Consumer Products, Environmental, Medical device, Petrochemical and Clinical Research.

Company Description

Since 1995 Astrix has been delivering information technology consulting, regulatory advisory services and staffing solutions to the scientific community. We can assist in augmenting your internal resources to deliver optimum solutions on time and within budget. It is our goal to simply do it right. We work everyday to create value and build trust with our clients, employees, partners and vendors.\r\n\r\nAstrix provides scientists to a broad spectrum of scientific based industries including: Chemical, Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics, Food Science, Flavors and Fragrances, Biomedical, Consumer Products, Environmental, Medical device, Petrochemical and Clinical Research.