Accounts Receivable (AR) Temporary Specialist
Position Summary
The Accounts Receivable (AR) Temporary Specialist provides short-term support to the Finance and Accounting team by managing customer invoicing, payment processing, collections, and account reconciliation activities. This role ensures accurate and timely recording of receivables while assisting with reducing outstanding balances and maintaining positive customer relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and on time.
- Apply customer payments to accounts and research payment discrepancies.
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding customer balances.
- Contact customers regarding overdue invoices and payment arrangements.
- Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing issues.
- Process credit memos, adjustments, and refunds as needed.
- Maintain accurate records of collection activities and customer communications.
- Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts receivable.
- Support audit requests by gathering required documentation.
- Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Accounting teams to resolve account issues.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1+ years of accounts receivable, billing, collections, or accounting experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, or similar accounting software.
- Prior experience in collections or cash application processing.
Key Skills
- Accounts Receivable Management
- Collections and Customer Follow-up
- Account Reconciliation
- Invoice Processing
- Cash Application
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Data Entry Accuracy
- Customer Service
- Financial Reporting Support
Work Environment
- Temporary assignment (typically 3-6 months, based on business needs).
- Office, hybrid, or remote work environment depending on company requirements.
- Standard business hours with occasional overtime during month-end close periods.
Performance Measures
- Timely application of customer payments
- Reduction of overdue accounts receivable balances
- Accuracy of account reconciliations
- Collection effectiveness
- Compliance with company procedures and deadlines
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.