Job Description
Job DescriptionAccounts Receivable Specialist - Remote (New England)
FULL TIME ROLE - HOURLY RATE: $30-33 per hour with Benefits
About the Opportunity
A well-established professional services organization is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to support its finance team. This position plays a key role in cash application, payment research, account reconciliation, and customer account support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Location
Hybrid opportunities available in multiple East Coast locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and apply incoming customer payments accurately and timely.
- Research and resolve unidentified, unapplied, or pending cash receipts.
- Respond to accounts receivable inquiries from internal stakeholders.
- Manage and resolve finance-related service requests through a ticketing system.
- Support account adjustments, write-offs, reversals, and reallocations as needed.
- Partner with collections and accounting teams to ensure proper payment allocation.
- Maintain accuracy and meet established service-level expectations.
- Assist with special projects and other finance-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of Accounts Receivable experience.
- High School Diploma or GED required; additional accounting coursework is a plus.
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and accounts receivable processes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data entry functions.
- Experience working with ERP, accounting, or financial management software.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
- Team-oriented mindset with a professional and customer-service-focused approach.
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Reliability and accountability in managing workload and deadlines.
- A collaborative approach to working across departments.
- The ability to adapt and perform effectively in a dynamic environment.
- A commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.
Work Environment
This role involves a combination of computer-based work, virtual collaboration, and interaction with internal stakeholders. Candidates should be comfortable working independently while contributing to a team-focused environment.
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