Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a collections team in Warren, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract opportunity focuses on supporting receivables activity, resolving billing concerns, and helping maintain timely payment processing across a portfolio of accounts. The role is well suited for someone who is organized, service-oriented, and comfortable working with internal partners as well as external.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day accounts receivable tasks, including billing support, cash application review, and follow-up on open balances.

• Investigate payment exceptions, billing variances, and allocation concerns to help ensure account accuracy.

• Assist with deductible-related account administration and monitor outstanding receivable amounts for timely resolution.

• Communicate with brokers and agents regarding overdue invoices, payment commitments, and account status updates.

• Support collection activities by documenting outreach efforts, tracking progress, and helping recover outstanding funds.

• Review unapplied cash items and coordinate the appropriate steps needed to clear and post payments correctly.

• Work closely with offshore support partners to address routine billing and collections matters efficiently.

• Maintain complete account notes, supporting records, and reporting details to promote accurate operational oversight.

• Escalate complex disputes, sensitive negotiations, or higher-risk accounts to senior team members when needed.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, collections

• Working knowledge of cash application processes, billing activities

• Solid analytical skills and attention to detail when reviewing account activity, discrepancies, and payment records.

• Ability to organize multiple assignments, manage deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

• Customer-focused approach with sound judgment in handling routine account questions and follow-up activities.

• Proficiency in maintaining documentation and updating account records to support reporting and operational tracking.

Compensation

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