Cash Application Specialist

We are looking for a Cash Application Specialist to join a service-focused organization in Elmhurst, Illinois on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position plays an important role in keeping customer payments accurate, current, and properly reflected in accounts receivable records. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, confidence working with payment posting activities, and the ability to manage high-volume transactional work using Excel and accounting systems.
Responsibilities: • Apply incoming customer payments accurately and promptly to open accounts using established accounting procedures. • Maintain accounts receivable records by reviewing remittance details, matching payments, and resolving posting discrepancies. • Record cash activity across multiple payment types, including electronic funds transfers and other customer payment methods. • Investigate unapplied cash, short payments, and account variances, then coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely resolution. • Use Sage accounting software and spreadsheet tools to track transactions, reconcile balances, and support daily cash posting operations. • Prepare and manage email communication related to payment research, customer account updates, and follow-up on outstanding issues. • Analyze transaction data in Microsoft Excel by using formulas, pivot tables, and lookup functions to support reporting and reconciliation needs. • Partner with colleagues in accounting and operations, including logistics-related contacts when needed, to confirm payment details and maintain accurate records.
Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in cash application, cash posting, or accounts receivable support within a fast-paced business environment. • Working knowledge of payment processing, including applying receipts, posting payments, and handling electronic funds transfers. • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and VLOOKUP for data review and reconciliation tasks. • Experience using accounting software such as Sage to maintain accurate financial transaction records. • Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify errors, research discrepancies, and complete work with a high degree of accuracy. • Effective written communication skills for clear and accurate email correspondence with internal teams and external contacts. • Ability to organize priorities, manage routine deadlines, and handle a steady volume of transactional work efficiently.
Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.

Compensation

$20.59-$23.84 Hourly

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