Accounts Receivable Specialist in Washington, DC

Accounts Receivable Specialist job description

Firms look for accounts receivable specialists with strong communication and customer service skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. All candidates should be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and previous experience working with accounting software like QuickBooks and Oracle is preferred. Other requirements include a bachelor’s degree and two to three years of experience in a similar role.

Typical accounts receivable specialist duties:

Generating timely and accurate customer invoices on a monthly basis

Maintaining accounts receivable records to ensure aging is up to date

Verifying invoices for appropriate documentation prior to payment

Monitoring incoming payments and ensuring they are applied correctly

Reconciling accounts receivable ledger with the general ledger

Resolving discrepancies between customer payments and invoices

Handling customer inquiries regarding bills or payments

Assisting with month-end closing activities such as preparing journal entries

Developing reports related to accounts receivable activity

Working with other departments to resolve billing issues or disputes

Ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to accounts receivable activities

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Accounts receivable

Auditing

Automated clearing house

Billing and invoicing

Business planning and forecasting

Cash application

Credit and collections

Customer service

Data fluency and analytics

ERP software proficiency

Month-end close

Salary for Accounts Receivable Specialist in Washington, DC

74148 - 88778

Low

74148

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.

Mid

81130

The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.

High

88778

The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

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