Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in North Houston, Texas. This is a contract-to-hire position offering an excellent opportunity to grow within the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cash applications, customer account management, and reconciliation processes.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately record incoming payments, including wires, credit card transactions, checks, and deposits, using Sage 300.

• Utilize an AI-powered cash application platform to review, approve, and resolve payment exceptions while ensuring precise validation and posting.

• Investigate and reconcile payment discrepancies using Microsoft Excel, including transactions outside of automated processes.

• Manage customer refunds and oversee AutoPay agreements through secure electronic payment systems.

• Support accounts receivable representatives by resolving misapplied payments and conducting account research.

• Maintain and update customer account details, including contact information, mergers, and other changes.

• Generate reports on customer account statuses and assist with monthly billing and revenue reconciliations.

• Collaborate with teams from acquired companies to integrate and reconcile legacy accounts.

• Communicate effectively with internal teams to address payment-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies.

• Perform routine data entry tasks for accounting records, including accounts payable and general ledger updates.

• Proven experience in accounts receivable processes, including cash applications and billing functions.

• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel for reconciliation and data analysis.

• Ability to manage high volumes of payment exceptions with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Effective communication skills for interacting with internal teams and resolving account issues.

• Experience with electronic payment platforms and customer account management.

• Knowledge of commercial collections processes.

• Detail-oriented approach to maintaining accurate financial records and reports.