Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support daily revenue operations for a detail-oriented services organization in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong experience in receivables, payment posting, invoicing, and commercial collections while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced environment. The person in this role will help keep customer accounts current, resolve payment issues efficiently, and contribute to dependable cash flow management.

Responsibilities:
• Manage day-to-day accounts receivable activities, ensuring customer balances are accurate and up to date.
• Apply incoming payments promptly and reconcile cash activity against open invoices and account records.
• Prepare and issue client invoices with close attention to billing accuracy, contract terms, and timing requirements.
• Follow up on outstanding commercial accounts, communicate with customers regarding past-due balances, and drive timely resolution of payment issues.
• Investigate discrepancies in billing or payment records and coordinate with internal stakeholders to correct exceptions.
• Maintain detailed documentation of collection efforts, account adjustments, and payment activity for reporting and audit support.
• Review aging reports regularly to prioritize collection efforts and reduce overdue receivables.
• Support process updates or operational changes affecting receivables activities when needed, including adjustments tied to internal workflow or system changes.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, cash application, or commercial collections.
• Hands-on knowledge of payment posting, account reconciliation, and invoice management.
• Ability to manage customer communications professionally while resolving collection matters effectively.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and address discrepancies in financial records.
• Comfortable working with cash activity data, aging reports, and receivables tracking tools.
• Solid organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency with standard accounting systems and Microsoft Excel for reporting and account analysis.

Compensation

$38.00-$44.00 Hourly

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