We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our client, a manufacturing company in Cerritos, California on a Contract basis. This position focuses on maintaining accurate customer invoicing, applying incoming payments, and supporting timely account follow-up to keep receivables current. The role is well suited for someone who is comfortable balancing high-volume transactional work with detail-oriented financial support in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and issue customer invoices each day with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.
- Post and reconcile incoming payments, ensuring cash receipts are applied correctly to customer accounts.
- Follow up with commercial customers regarding outstanding balances and support collection efforts to reduce aging receivables.
- Review account status and generate aging reports to help monitor overdue invoices and collection priorities.
- Manage daily cash activity, including balancing and closing the cash drawer at the end of the business day.
- Release customer orders after verifying payment status and resolving account-related issues as needed.