<p><strong>Robert Half is partnering with a growing professional services organization in La Costa to find an Accounts Receivable Specialist who can help keep billing accurate, cash flow consistent, and customer accounts in good standing!</strong> This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys a combination of financial analysis, customer communication, and problem-solving. You'll work closely with the accounting team and client-facing departments to ensure invoices are issued correctly, payments are applied promptly, and discrepancies are resolved before they affect reporting.</p><p>The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable managing a portfolio of customer accounts while balancing daily transactions with month-end deadlines.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, cash applications, and account maintenance.</li><li>Generate customer invoices based on contracts, service agreements, and approved billing schedules.</li><li>Post incoming ACH, wire, and check payments to the appropriate customer accounts.</li><li>Monitor AR aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and research short payments, credits, and billing discrepancies.</li><li>Communicate with clients regarding invoice questions, payment status, and outstanding balances.</li><li>Coordinate with internal account managers to resolve disputes and missing documentation.</li><li>Prepare account statements and provide invoice copies upon request.</li><li>Process credit memos and account adjustments with appropriate approvals.</li><li>Maintain accurate customer records and supporting financial documentation.</li><li>Assist with month-end close, AR reconciliations, and cash reporting.</li><li>Identify recurring billing issues and recommend improvements to the invoicing process.</li></ul>
<p>Our client, a mission-driven organization in the nonprofit industry, is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their team in an on-site role. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who excels at managing incoming payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations.</p><p>The Accounts Receivable Specialist will be responsible for overseeing billing, payment posting, account reconciliations, and collections follow-up while ensuring accuracy and timeliness. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable working in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process and post incoming payments accurately and in a timely manner</li><li>Prepare and issue invoices, statements, and account documentation</li><li>Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on outstanding balances</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies</li><li>Maintain accurate records of transactions and payment activity</li><li>Communicate with internal departments and external contacts regarding account status</li><li>Assist with month-end close, reporting, and account reconciliations</li><li>Support cash application and ensure proper documentation is maintain</li></ul><p><br></p>