Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a wholesale distribution team in Missouri in a Contract to Permanent position. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing daily transaction accuracy with proactive customer account follow-up. The role will support timely cash posting, invoice processing, and account review while helping maintain healthy receivable balances and reliable financial records.

Responsibilities:
• Manage incoming payments by applying cash accurately, reconciling remittances, and resolving posting discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Oversee lockbox activity, including reviewing deposits, tracking receipts, and ensuring funds are recorded correctly in the accounting system.
• Prepare and issue customer invoices, verify billing details, and investigate exceptions that could delay payment.
• Conduct collection efforts on past-due commercial accounts through courteous outreach and consistent follow-up on outstanding balances.
• Review aging schedules and account activity to identify delinquent trends, prioritize collection actions, and escalate issues when needed.
• Generate and distribute customer statements while responding to payment questions and researching account variances.
• Scan and organize check documentation and related payment records to maintain complete and accessible financial files.
• Use Business Central and Excel, including pivot tables and lookup functions, to analyze receivables data and support reporting needs.

Qualifications:

• Experience in accounts receivable, including cash application, billing, collections, and daily cash activity processing.
• Ability to manage commercial collections with professionalism, sound judgment, and strong customer communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and lookup functions for data review and reconciliation.
• Hands-on experience working in an ERP platform such as Business Central or a similar accounting system.
• Strong problem-solving ability with the critical thinking skills needed to investigate discrepancies and recommend solutions.
• High attention to detail and accuracy when handling invoices, payments, statements, and supporting documentation.
• Ability to organize multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

$20.93-$24.23 Hourly

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