Cash Application Specialist

We are looking for a detail-oriented Cash Application Specialist to join our team in Teaneck, New Jersey in a contract capacity with permanent potential. This on-site role focuses on accurately recording incoming payments, keeping customer accounts up to date, and investigating payment issues in a high-volume environment. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working across teams to support timely reconciliation and reporting.

Responsibilities:
• Record and apply daily incoming payments from multiple sources, including lockbox activity, wire transfers, credit card transactions, and checks.
• Review account activity to identify unapplied funds, posting errors, and payment discrepancies, then take action to resolve them promptly.
• Process account adjustments such as refunds, corrections, and transfers to ensure balances are accurately reflected.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation to support audit readiness and daily cash reporting needs.
• Partner with Treasury, Collections, and customers to investigate and clear outstanding payment-related issues.
• Reconcile customer payment activity and help ensure account records remain current and accurate.
• Support efficient cash posting operations by managing a consistent workflow and meeting daily processing deadlines.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; an Associate or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in cash applications, accounts receivable, or a similar finance-related role.
• Hands-on experience with cash posting and payment application in a high-volume setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with banking platforms or electronic payment systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and customers.

Compensation

$19.79-$22.91 Hourly

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