Accounts Receivable Specialist
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in Monmouth County, New Jersey. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing financial transactions, maintaining records, and ensuring efficient payment processes for customers and vendors. This is a long-term contract position, offering an opportunity to contribute to the success of our accounting operations.
Responsibilities :
- Process and record customer payments while ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures.
- Generate and distribute invoices to customers in a timely manner.
- Maintain and update customer account information, including changes in addresses, mergers, or other updates.
- Prepare detailed reports on account statuses and outstanding balances as requested.
- Investigate discrepancies and overdue amounts by collaborating with team members and customers.
- Reconcile accounts receivable regularly to maintain accurate financial records.
- Assist senior accounting staff with monthly revenue account reconciliations.
- Verify expense reports and reconcile them with account balances and supporting documents.
- Facilitate vendor payments by reviewing purchase orders, verifying information, and resolving discrepancies.
- Support the accounting department by managing monthly statements and financial transactions.
Requirements :
Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts receivable or related roles.Proficiency in business systems relevant to customer and vendor transactions; experience with QuickBooks is a plus.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in numeric and financial data.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.Organized and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.Collaborative mindset with the ability to balance individual and team responsibilities.