Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support a busy accounting team in Saint Louis, Missouri. This Contract position offers the opportunity to contribute to essential receivables operations while helping strengthen internal workflows and customer account support. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid communication skills, and the ability to manage billing and payment-related tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Submit customer invoices through online portals with a high degree of accuracy and within required timelines.
• Manage billing requests that involve customer-specific instructions, special formats, or unique invoicing requirements.
• Process credit card payments and maintain related account records to ensure accurate financial tracking.
• Monitor the accounts receivable mailbox and respond promptly to inquiries regarding invoices, statements, and payment details.
• Assist with applying incoming payments and posting cash receipts to the appropriate customer accounts.
• Scan, file, and organize accounting documents to support accurate recordkeeping and easy retrieval.
• Partner with internal teams and customers to investigate and resolve payment discrepancies or account issues.
• Contribute to departmental projects and recommend more efficient processes to improve daily receivables operations.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in accounts receivable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Working knowledge of invoicing, cash application, billing activities, and customer account maintenance.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities effectively.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel for tracking and reporting purposes.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a broader accounting team.
• Experience supporting process improvements or building more efficient administrative workflows.
• Familiarity with commercial collections or cash activity management is preferred.

Compensation

$28.50-$33.00 Hourly

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