Accounts Receivable Specialist

About the role

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a team on a hybrid schedule. This contract opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys keeping receivables organized, supporting accurate financial records, and communicating effectively with customers and internal partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming payments by applying cash receipts accurately and updating account records in a timely manner.
• Prepare and issue invoices while reviewing billing details for completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation.
• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up with commercial customers to resolve past-due accounts professionally.
• Research payment discrepancies, short pays, and unapplied cash to ensure account activity is current and correct.
• Reconcile daily cash transactions and maintain clear records of all receivable-related activity.
• Collaborate with internal teams to address customer account questions and support smooth billing and collection processes.
• Track account status and provide regular updates on receivables, payment trends, and collection progress.
• Support ongoing process improvements and assist with additional accounts receivable tasks as business needs require.

Requirements

• Previous experience in accounts receivable, billing, or a related accounting support role.
• Working knowledge of cash application procedures and day-to-day cash activity tracking.
• Experience handling commercial collections with a detail-oriented and customer-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing invoices, payments, and account adjustments.
• Ability to investigate discrepancies and resolve account issues in a timely manner.

Skills

• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment and managing responsibilities independently.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and internal teams.

Benefits

We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training.

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.

Schedule

The position offers a Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule with a mix of onsite and remote work.