Cash Applications/Collections Specialist
Job Description
The Accounts Receivable Analyst supports the daily operations of the Cash Application and Collections department. Responsibilities include managing cash flow through reconciliation of lockbox payments and collections activities in a high-volume, goal-oriented team.
Responsibilities
- Improve the collection process and service quality to customers.
- Adopt automation-friendly business processes.
- Collaborate to identify and resolve issues causing past-due invoices.
- Minimize bad debt exposure.
- Review outstanding balances proactively.
- Identify risk accounts.
- Manage customer accounts.
- Reduce past-due balances to target levels.
- Investigate non-payment causes.
- Implement improvements for AR metrics.
- Report results to management and stakeholders.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in Excel pivot tables.
- Experience with accounts receivable/payable.
- Strong reconciliation and collection skills.
- Experience with cash application processes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Open to entry-level or candidates with 1-2 years of AR experience.
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Distribution experience is a plus.
- SAP or other ERP system experience preferred.
- Good communication skills, as phone interaction is significant.
- Willing to cross-train in cash applications and collections.
Work Environment
Onsite in Cleveland, OH, with free parking. Working Monday to Friday.
Pay and Benefits
Hourly pay: $22.00 - $25.00/hr. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, HSA, transportation, EAP, and paid time off. Eligibility varies based on employment status.
Application Details
Application deadline: May 22, 2025.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter offers corporate talent solutions worldwide, specializing in accounting, finance, HR, and administrative roles. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
Job Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Contract
- Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
- Industry: Accounting
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