Accounts Receivable Specialist Urgently hiring in Akron!Job Title: Hybrid Accounts Receivable Specialist
Pay: 65k/yr
Hours: 9-5 (Monday through Friday- hybrid schedule)
Start Date: ASAP
Looking for a career growth opportunity in a dynamic environment? Join a reputable organization in the Akron area as a hybrid
Accounts Receivable Specialist and take your leadership and AR expertise to the next level. This is a hybrid role offering a blend of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility, designed for motivated professionals who thrive on streamlining processes and driving financial success.
As an
Accounts Receivable Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in managing the company's receivables, ensuring accurate and timely collections, and supporting strategic cash flow initiatives. You'll work closely with finance, sales, and customer success teams to foster strong relationships and resolve billing issues, ultimately helping the company improve financial health and operational efficiency.
What You'll Do
As an
Accounts Receivable Specialist, you will be responsible for:
- Overseeing the aging report and owning management of high-priority or high-risk delinquent accounts to reduce financial exposure.
- Identifying bottlenecks in billing workflows and implementing automated solutions to enhance department efficiency.
- Evaluating the creditworthiness of new and existing customers, establishing and monitoring credit limits to mitigate financial risks.
- Preparing weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts, along with aging metrics, to provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
- Collaborating with Sales and Customer Success teams to resolve billing disputes and address root causes of recurring issues.
- Ensuring all AR processes adhere to GAAP standards and internal SOX controls, leading the AR component during year-end audits.
What You'll Bring
The ideal candidate will have:
- Four or more years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Collections, and leadership experience preferred.
- Proven proficiency with financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, Sage, or Great Plains.
- Strong negotiation skills and the confidence to discuss financial matters with stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent data interpretation skills, with the ability to develop actionable strategies for improving cash flow and receivables.
- A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with excellent organizational skills.
Why Join Us in Akron?- Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work setup, balancing on-site collaboration with remote work.
- Benefit from competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive team culture.
- Access to 401(k) plans, medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with PTO to support your work-life balance.
- Opportunity to advance your career in a reputable organization committed to your growth and development.
Location & Schedule:
This position is hybrid in Akron, Ohio, offering a standard daytime schedule from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're excited to lead a skilled AR team and make an impact in Akron's financial operations, apply now or contact our recruiting team for more information. Don't waitthis opportunity won't last long!
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