Cash Application Specialist

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Cash Application Specialist to join their team on a contract basis. This role is responsible for accurately posting incoming payments, reconciling accounts, researching discrepancies, and supporting the overall accounts receivable process. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience working in a fast-paced accounting environment. Based on general knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Post customer payments accurately and in a timely manner. Based on general knowledge.
• Reconcile payments received via check, ACH, wire, credit card, and other methods. Based on general knowledge.
• Research and resolve unapplied cash, short payments, overpayments, and other account discrepancies. Based on general knowledge.
• Maintain accurate records of cash receipts and account activity. Based on general knowledge.
• Collaborate with accounts receivable, billing, and customer service teams to resolve payment issues. Based on general knowledge.
• Prepare daily cash reports and support month-end closing activities. Based on general knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures. Based on general knowledge.
• Assist with account reconciliations and audit support as needed. Based on general knowledge.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in cash application, accounts receivable, or a related accounting function preferred. Based on general knowledge.
• Strong understanding of payment posting, reconciliation, and accounts receivable processes. Based on general knowledge.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel preferred. Based on general knowledge.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and problem-solving ability. Based on general knowledge.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. Based on general knowledge.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is a plus. Based on general knowledge.

Compensation

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