We are looking for a detail-oriented Cash Application Specialist to support receivables operations for a wholesale distribution organization in Oak Brook, Illinois. This Long-term Contract opportunity focuses on applying customer payments accurately, reconciling cash activity, and resolving exceptions that affect account balances. The person in this role will work across accounting and customer-facing teams to keep payment records current, support month-end processes, and improve the efficiency of cash application workflows.

Responsibilities:

• Record and apply incoming customer payments in Microsoft Dynamics 365 across multiple payment channels, including electronic transfers, lockbox activity, checks, and card payments.
• Investigate unapplied receipts, deduction claims, short payments, and overpayments to determine the correct accounting treatment and clear open items promptly.
• Match daily cash activity against bank records and remittance details to confirm completeness and accuracy of posted transactions.
• Partner with accounts receivable, collections, customer service, and sales contacts to address invoice questions and payment variances.
• Review customer account balances and aging details to ensure open invoices are settled correctly and exceptions are resolved in a timely manner.
• Enter approved credits, adjustments, and write-offs while following established financial controls and internal policies.
• Maintain organized support files for cash postings, reconciliations, and issue resolution to assist with audits and reporting needs.
• Contribute to month-end close activities related to cash receipts by preparing accurate backup and helping reconcile receivables activity.
• Communicate with customers when payment support is missing or unclear so remittance information can be clarified and applied correctly.
• Recommend and support process enhancements that strengthen accuracy, consistency, and efficiency within cash application operations.

The salary range for this position is $25 to $32/hour, plus bonus. Benefits are available including medical, vision, and dental, and life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/resources. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.