Accounts Receivable Specialist
<p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> Our client is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Accounts Receivable Specialist</strong> to join their finance team on a temporary-to-hire basis. This role is responsible for managing customer payments, monitoring accounts receivable, and supporting collections efforts, while also assisting with general accounting tasks. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and able to build strong internal and external relationships.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Post customer payments by recording cash, checks, ACH, wires, and credit card transactions.</li><li>Record receivables by entering customer payments and maintaining accurate A/R records.</li><li>Manage the aging receivables process, including contacting past-due customers to assist with collections.</li><li>Verify and resolve account discrepancies by working with sales, trade promotions, customer service, and customers directly.</li><li>Support collections by reviewing payment plans, payment history, and credit lines, and collaborating with sales representatives.</li><li>Work with Customer Service to resolve discrepancies on credits</li><li>Maintain and track sales tax certificate exemptions using Excel.</li><li>Assist the finance team with other duties as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or related accounting functions.</li><li>Strong understanding of A/R processes and collections.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP/accounting systems preferred.</li><li>Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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- Glens Falls, NY
- onsite
- Contract / Temporary to Hire
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28.00 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
- <p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> Our client is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Accounts Receivable Specialist</strong> to join their finance team on a temporary-to-hire basis. This role is responsible for managing customer payments, monitoring accounts receivable, and supporting collections efforts, while also assisting with general accounting tasks. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and able to build strong internal and external relationships.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Post customer payments by recording cash, checks, ACH, wires, and credit card transactions.</li><li>Record receivables by entering customer payments and maintaining accurate A/R records.</li><li>Manage the aging receivables process, including contacting past-due customers to assist with collections.</li><li>Verify and resolve account discrepancies by working with sales, trade promotions, customer service, and customers directly.</li><li>Support collections by reviewing payment plans, payment history, and credit lines, and collaborating with sales representatives.</li><li>Work with Customer Service to resolve discrepancies on credits</li><li>Maintain and track sales tax certificate exemptions using Excel.</li><li>Assist the finance team with other duties as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2025-09-26T12:48:55Z