Accounts Receivable / Collections Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable / Collections Specialist to join a team in Modesto, California in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent position. This on-site role supports day-to-day receivables operations, cash application, and commercial collections while helping maintain accurate customer account records. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of billing, payment posting, account reconciliation, and customer dispute resolution, along with the ability to work closely with internal teams to improve payment timeliness. Responsibilities:• Apply customer payments received by check, ACH, wire, and credit card to the appropriate accounts with a high level of accuracy.• Review daily cash activity, balance receipts against recorded transactions, and investigate any posting variances promptly.• Manage commercial collection efforts by following established outreach procedures and adjusting communication style to the account situation.• Examine aging reports regularly to identify overdue balances, prioritize follow-up, and support cash flow objectives.• Prepare and distribute customer statements on a weekly and monthly schedule to encourage timely remittance.• Work with sales and order entry partners to address invoice questions, resolve disputes, and remove barriers to payment.• Assist with accounts receivable tasks tied to month-end close, including reconciliations and account review.• Maintain organized documentation for payment records, account research, and supporting files needed for audit or follow-up.• Perform additional receivables and collections duties as assigned by the Manager. • At least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, cash application, collections, or related accounting support work.• Working knowledge of commercial collections practices, billing processes, and daily cash activity management.• Basic understanding of double-entry accounting principles, including debits and credits.• Ability to analyze aging data, reconcile account activity, and identify discrepancies efficiently.• Experience resolving customer or distributor disputes in a detail-oriented and timely manner.• Familiarity with bankruptcy-related considerations and applicable collection regulations.• Strong MS Excel with ideal experience in pivot tables. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.