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Accounts Receivable & Collections Specialist

Robert Half · Parsippany, NJ · 4 days ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of customer accounts and monitor aging reports
  • Conduct collection calls and email follow-up regarding past-due balances
  • Research and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, and account disputes
  • Maintain detailed collection notes and customer communication records
  • Reconcile customer accounts and apply cash receipts accurately
  • Collaborate with customers, sales teams, and internal departments to resolve outstanding issues
  • Prepare and distribute account statements and aging reports
  • Monitor payment trends and escalate high-risk accounts as needed
  • Assist with month-end reporting and accounts receivable reconciliations
  • Maintain professionalism while balancing customer service and collection objectives
  • Utilize Excel to analyze data, track payments, and manage receivable activity

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of Accounts Receivable, Collections, Customer Service, or related experience
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Comfortable making high-volume outbound collection calls
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple accounts simultaneously
  • Professional, persistent, and customer-focused approach

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