Accounts Receivable Specialist
Responsibilities:
• Manage the full accounts receivable cycle, including preparing invoices, applying payments, and maintaining accurate customer account records.
• Submit and track invoices through customer billing platforms such as OpenInvoice, Ariba, and other electronic invoicing systems.
• Review aging reports, follow up on past-due balances, and work directly with customers to support timely collection of outstanding amounts.
• Resolve billing questions by coordinating with customers and internal stakeholders on invoice discrepancies, payment timing, and supporting documentation.
• Partner with sales and related teams to confirm purchase orders, sales order details, and contract information before invoicing is finalized.
• Contribute to month-end activities by assisting with reconciliations, account analysis, and documentation needed for financial reporting or audit support.
• Monitor milestone-based billing schedules and help ensure revenue is recognized in alignment with contract terms and earned activity.
• Maintain customer setup information, support credit review activities for new accounts, and keep master data current within business systems.
• Follow company quality, safety, and procedural standards while identifying opportunities to improve accounts receivable workflows and controls.
Qualifications:
• At least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable or accounts payable, with hands-on responsibility for billing, collections, and cash-related transactions.• High school diploma required; additional education in Accounting, Business, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Working knowledge of core accounting practices, including reconciliations, invoice validation, and revenue-related account support.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word, along with experience using ERP or receivables systems such as NetSuite or comparable platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across customers and internal teams.
• Excellent attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Dependable and collaborative work style, with flexibility to adjust schedule when business needs require it.
• Preferred skills include 10-key by touch, typing speed of approximately 60-65 words per minute, and experience with electronic billing portals.
Compensation
$26.00-$30.00 HourlyAbout Us
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