Accounts Recievable Specialist

The primary responsibility of the A/R Specialist is to apply cash receipts to customer accounts accurately and timely. The A/R Specialist will need to work in a fast-paced environment and must be familiar with a wide variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures. A wide degree of creativity and latitude and the ability to research and come to conclusions independently is expected.

Primary Job Duties:

• Daily cash application of cash receipts to customer accounts 
• Reconcile cash postings for accuracy 
• Research and resolve customer discrepancies, unapplied credit memos, short pays, and misapplied payments 
• Follow up with customers via calls and emails to collect payment on past due invoices 
• Handle inbound calls and respond to emails 
• Work collaboratively with internal departments to resolve issues and customer-related disputes Other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support A/R Department 

Skills/ Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in accounts receivable **B2B preferred 
• Advanced knowledge of cash application and general accounting principles 
• Efficient, highly organized, and detail-oriented 
• Able to prioritize and meet deadlines 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Exhibits customer focused behavior such as building positive relationships 
• A sense of urgency and high desire to continuously improve processes 
• Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills 
• Able to make decisions independently based on investigation and judgment, as well as ability to discern when to escalate issues 
• Able to function independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment 

Education Background:

• An Associate degree in Accounting or related field is preferred, however relevant career experience may be accepted in lieu of degree