Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing team in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky in a Contract to Permanent position. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced billing environment, learns new systems quickly, and brings a strong sense of ownership to daily work. The role supports a high-volume workflow and requires careful attention to detail, strong follow-through, and the ability to manage exceptions without losing momentum.

Responsibilities:
• Process a high volume of customer billing transactions and cash receipt activity with accuracy and timeliness.
• Review account discrepancies, investigate exceptions, and complete research needed to resolve outstanding issues.
• Use Excel and other business tools to track receivables, organize account activity, and support daily reporting needs.
• Monitor open items closely and follow through on tasks to keep work current and prevent backlogs.
• Identify problems within the receivables process and take initiative to recommend or implement practical solutions.
• Partner with accounting team members to ensure billing records are accurate and collections-related items are addressed efficiently.
• Manage correction work tied to automated processes when items require manual review or adjustment.
• Contribute to a dependable and collaborative work environment while supporting the continued growth of the department.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in accounts receivable, billing, or a similar accounting support role.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working across multiple systems or tools.
• Ability to succeed in a high-volume environment with shifting priorities and tight turnaround expectations.
• Careful attention to detail with a task-focused and highly organized work style.
• Proven follow-through and the ability to manage responsibilities independently after training.
• Problem-solving skills with the initiative to research issues and drive them toward resolution.
• Experience handling exceptions, corrections, or account research within financial transactions.

Compensation

$21.85-$25.30 Hourly

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