Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to financial operations by managing billing, collections, and cash application processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts receivable and demonstrate precision in handling daily cash activities. Responsibilities include processing and reconciling daily cash receipts, managing all aspects of accounts receivable, overseeing cash applications, handling commercial collections efficiently, preparing and issuing accurate invoices, monitoring and tracking cash activity, addressing discrepancies, collaborating with other departments, generating reports, and maintaining compliance with company policies and financial regulations.

Requirements include proven experience in accounts receivable or a related financial role, proficiency in cash applications and electronic billing systems, strong knowledge of commercial collections processes, familiarity with check processing and daily cash activity management, excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, ability to resolve payment discrepancies effectively, strong communication skills to interact with clients and internal teams, and proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.