We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support a manufacturing organization in Akron, Ohio through a Long-term Contract engagement. This position will focus on end-to-end receivables activity, including payment application, billing support, deduction review, and account analysis to help maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate brings strong Excel capability, solid commercial collections experience, and a detail-oriented approach to resolving discrepancies and improving cash flow.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the complete accounts receivable cycle, from invoice follow-up through payment posting and account reconciliation.<br>• Apply incoming cash accurately and in a timely manner while investigating unapplied payments and exceptions.<br>• Review customer deductions, identify root causes, and coordinate resolution with internal teams and external contacts.<br>• Conduct account research and financial analysis to resolve discrepancies, aging issues, and payment variances.<br>• Support commercial collections efforts by communicating with customers regarding outstanding balances and payment status.<br>• Maintain billing accuracy by reviewing transaction details and addressing issues that may affect customer accounts.<br>• Use advanced Excel functions to analyze receivables data, prepare reports, and track trends impacting cash activity.<br>• Monitor daily cash activity and update records to ensure reporting remains current and reliable.
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Strongsville, Ohio in a fully onsite role. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong commercial collections experience, and can manage account issues with accuracy and urgency. The right candidate will be comfortable working across customer portals, handling credits and payment activity, and using Excel to support reporting and account analysis.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage commercial accounts receivable activities, including proactive follow-up on past-due balances and collection efforts to improve cash flow.<br>• Review customer deductions and payment discrepancies, investigate root causes, and coordinate timely resolution with internal and external stakeholders.<br>• Process customer credits accurately while maintaining proper documentation and adherence to company procedures.<br>• Prepare and maintain aging reports to monitor outstanding balances, identify risk areas, and support collection priorities.<br>• Work within multiple customer portals to track invoices, submit required information, and update account status as needed.<br>• Apply cash activity and support cash application tasks to ensure payments are posted correctly and account records remain current.<br>• Use Excel tools such as formulas, formatting, and data analysis features to organize receivables information and support reporting needs.<br>• Partner with billing and related teams to resolve account issues efficiently and maintain accurate customer account balances.