Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our client's accounting team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing billing, collections, and payment application processes to ensure timely and accurate cash flow. This is a temporary role with the opportunity to go permanent.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and distribute accurate customer invoices in accordance with company policies and contract terms.
• Record payments received via check, ACH, and wire transfer; apply payments to the correct accounts and invoices.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up with customers on outstanding balances to reduce past-due accounts.
• Reconcile customer accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve billing or payment issues promptly.
• Communicate professionally with clients regarding invoices, statements, and payment status.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate billing and address any invoicing errors.
• Prepare and maintain AR reports for management review.
• Assist with month-end closing processes, including journal entries and AR reconciliations.
• Support audits by providing documentation and transaction details as requested.
• Perform other related accounting duties as needed to support the finance team.

Requirements

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.