Accounts Receivable Specialist

About the role

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Administrator to support day-to-day receivables operations in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts. This position focuses on applying payments accurately, reviewing customer balances, and helping maintain healthy account status across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Review daily banking activity and record incoming transactions accurately in financial records.
• Apply customer payments received through wire transfers, checks, credit cards, and other remittance channels.
• Prepare and process recurring manual deposits while ensuring entries are posted correctly in the accounting system.
• Examine account status to support credit decisions and help determine whether pending customer orders can be released.
• Reconcile customer balances by researching discrepancies and resolving account variances in a timely manner.
• Issue account credits when appropriate and maintain accurate supporting documentation for adjustments.
• Gather trade references and obtain external credit information to assist with customer evaluations.
• Use credit reporting resources, including Dun & Bradstreet and related tools, to support account review activities.
• Aid with additional accounts receivable and credit-related tasks as business needs require.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience in credit analysis and collections.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

This is a permanent full-time position offering:

• Competitive salary range of $52,000 - $59,000 per year.
• Flexible work schedule with some remote options.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Employee discounts.

Schedule

The role requires an onsite presence in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts.

Pay

The starting hourly rate for this position is $52,000 - $59,000 per year, depending on experience.