Accounting Career Consultants, ACC Legal & HR Career Consultants
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Accounting Career Consultants, ACC Legal & HR Career Consultants, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Accounts Receivable Specialist opportunity focusing on managing collections, payment applications, and account reconciliations to support cash flow and financial accuracy. You will work with internal and external partners to improve financial processes in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Monitor and manage past-due accounts to ensure timely collections and resolution of outstanding balances. Contact customers to follow up on overdue invoices, establish payment arrangements, and document collection activities. Accurately apply customer payments (checks, ACH, and credit card transactions) to the appropriate accounts. Research and resolve payment discrepancies, short payments, and unapplied cash. Reconcile customer accounts and maintain accurate, up-to-date records of all transactions. Communicate professionally with customers and internal departments regarding billing and payment issues. Prepare aging reports and provide updates on collection activities to management. Assist in month-end closing activities related to accounts receivable, including reconciliations and journal entries. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy and efficiency within the accounts receivable process. Perform other related accounting duties as assigned. Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred. Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years in accounts receivable, collections, or general accounting; cash application and customer account reconciliation experience preferred. Skills: Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems; experience with automated payment processing software is a plus; strong attention to detail; excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines; problem-solving mindset; proficient in Microsoft Excel; integrity and discretion in handling sensitive financial information.
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Monitor and manage past-due accounts to ensure timely collections and resolution of outstanding balances. Contact customers to follow up on overdue invoices, establish payment arrangements, and document collection activities. Accurately apply customer payments (checks, ACH, and credit card transactions) to the appropriate accounts. Research and resolve payment discrepancies, short payments, and unapplied cash. Reconcile customer accounts and maintain accurate, up-to-date records of all transactions. Communicate professionally with customers and internal departments regarding billing and payment issues. Prepare aging reports and provide updates on collection activities to management. Assist in month-end closing activities related to accounts receivable, including reconciliations and journal entries. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy and efficiency within the accounts receivable process. Perform other related accounting duties as assigned. Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred. Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years in accounts receivable, collections, or general accounting; cash application and customer account reconciliation experience preferred. Skills: Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems; experience with automated payment processing software is a plus; strong attention to detail; excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines; problem-solving mindset; proficient in Microsoft Excel; integrity and discretion in handling sensitive financial information.
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