Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a higher education organization in Portland, Oregon on a Long-term Contract assignment. In this role, you will help keep receivables operations running smoothly by managing billing activity, applying payments, and supporting accurate financial records across multiple sources of revenue. This position is well suited for someone who brings strong attention to detail, enjoys working with transactional data, and can maintain consistency in a fast-paced accounting environment.

Responsibilities:
• Manage invoicing activity for tuition, institutional fees, and external funding sources such as scholarships, grants, and partner organizations.
• Record and apply incoming payments, including checks and wire transfers, to the correct customer or student accounts.
• Reconcile daily cash receipts and deposits to ensure financial records remain complete, balanced, and audit-ready.
• Enter remittance and payment details accurately while allocating funds across the appropriate accounts and revenue categories.
• Prepare routine reports related to incoming payment activity and complete postings within established timelines.
• Assist with collection follow-up by issuing notices and supporting outreach on overdue balances.
• Maintain a large portfolio of billing accounts and help resolve discrepancies through regular account review and reconciliation.
• Support ongoing accounts receivable operations by identifying posting issues and helping improve accuracy in day-to-day processing.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in accounts receivable, including billing, payment posting, and account reconciliation.
• Hands-on knowledge of cash application procedures and daily cash activity management.
• Familiarity with collections practices, including written follow-up on outstanding balances.
• Ability to work accurately with high-volume financial transactions and detailed data entry.
• Experience using enterprise systems such as Banner, Workday ERP, or similar accounting platforms.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple revenue streams and deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with internal teams and external payers.

Compensation

$26.60-$30.80 Hourly

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