Cash Applications Analyst - Accounts Receivable

Cash Applications AnalystThe Cash Applications Analyst independently manages complex cash application activities requiring advanced research, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills. This role serves as a knowledgeable resource for payment application processes, supports issue resolution across business functions, and identifies opportunities to improve cash application efficiency and accuracy.Preferred Education:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.Required Qualifications:3+ years of cash application, accounts receivable, accounting operations, or related experience.Advanced understanding of A/R processes, payment application, reconciliations, and accounting principles.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to independently research complex financial transactions.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.Ability to prioritize workload and meet strict deadlines.Experience working within ERP and financial systems.Ability to identify process gaps and recommend solutions.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with Oracle Cloud Fusion, Great Plains, Bill.com, NetSuite, or similar ERP platforms.Healthcare revenue cycle experience.Experience supporting automation initiatives or reporting improvements.Experience with Alteryx, Power BI, or other analytics tools.Experience supporting system implementations or upgrades.Job Responsibilities:Independently process and apply high-volume customer payments across multiple payment methods and business platforms.Research and resolve complex unapplied cash, unidentified payments, short pays, overpayments, and account discrepancies.Analyze customer accounts, payment history, contracts, invoices, and remittance details to determine appropriate application.Partner with Collections, Billing, Finance, Treasury, and Operations teams to resolve payment issues.Perform complex account reconciliations and identify root causes impacting cash application accuracy.Research and coordinate resolution of payment exceptions requiring adjustments or corrective actions.Support month-end close activities including reconciliation, aging review, and reporting requirements.Monitor assigned accounts/work queues and proactively identify trends or recurring issues.Develop and maintain process documentation and standard operating procedures.Identify and implement process improvement opportunities that improve efficiency, accuracy, and automation.Participate in system enhancements, testing, and implementation activities.Provide guidance and informal training support to Analyst I team members.Support SOX compliance requirements and maintain appropriate documentation.Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered. Please note that all position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client's business needs and requirements.