Accounts Receivable Specialist

Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week
$30-$35/hr

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our client's growing finance team. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and plays a key role in managing the company's accounts receivable process across three manufacturing locations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in managing high-volume receivables while maintaining exceptional customer service.

This role is responsible for accounts receivable functions, customer credit applications, and will be cross-trained to provide support in accounts payable. The successful candidate will follow generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and contribute to the accuracy and efficiency of the accounting department.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate customer invoices within the company's ERP system.
• Review invoices for accuracy and proper revenue recognition.
• Process accounts receivable transactions and accurately post customer payments.
• Send payment reminders and customer account statements.
• Manage collections of past-due accounts and resolve payment discrepancies, escalating issues when appropriate.
• Review and research new customer credit applications.
• Perform account reconciliations and financial analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain accurate customer account records and update information as needed.
• Assist with month-end close and financial reporting for multiple company locations.
• Communicate professionally with customers by phone, email, and mail regarding account inquiries and payment status.
• Cross-train to provide support for accounts payable functions as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting or finance experience.
• Experience managing $10 million or more in accounts receivable on a regular basis is required.
• Experience supporting multiple business locations is a plus.
• Accounts payable experience is preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience working with ERP systems and the ability to quickly learn new software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and consistently meet deadlines.
• Comfortable performing repetitive tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• AD&D and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Work Environment

• Full-time, Monday through Friday
• Standard business hours
• Business casual office environment
• Small, collaborative accounting office

If you are an experienced Accounts Receivable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with numbers, and takes pride in accuracy and customer service, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a stable, family-oriented company with a strong commitment to quality and teamwork.