Accounts Receivable Specialist

The Accounts Receivable Specialist ensures timely collection of outstanding debts while maintaining positive client relationships. This role is critical to the company's cash flow health, serving as the key link between operations, sales, and customer service. The ideal candidate thrives in a deadline-driven environment, is proficient in Microsoft Excel and is comfortable managing large volumes of transactional data.

 

Accounts Receivable & Collections

Own a portfolio of customer accounts.

Perform collection activities on past-due invoices.

Reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).

Resolve billing disputes with Sales, Service, and Order Entry.

Document collection efforts and customer commitments.

Manage the AR mailbox.

Request and process customer credit card payments.

Perform customer account reconciliations.

Recommend write-offs.

 

Accounting & Reporting

Analyze billing and collection trends.

Recommend process improvements.

Work with large volumes of transactional data.

Utilize Excel for analysis and reporting.

Support audits.

Support month-end close.

 

 Requirements

Strong Microsoft Excel skills required.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills; able to independently prioritize in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Key skills include analytical thinking, attention to detail, strong communication, and proficiency in financial software and credit assessment tools 

Solid understanding of accounting and AR principles.

Flexibility to meet month-end closing deadlines.

Ability to analyze billing and collections trends and recommend process improvements.

 

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.