Accounting Associate Accounts Receivable

Accounting Associate

• Accounts Receivable Shelton, CT $55,000 — $70,000 Posted 2 weeks ago Accounting Associate

• Accounts Receivable Schedule:

  Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM
• 5:00

PM Employment Type:

Temp-to-Hire Work Arrangement:

Fully Onsite Compensation :

Hourly Rate:

$26/hr | $55,000

• 60,000 (entry-level), with potential up to ~$70,000 for more experienced candidates About the Opportunity A growing, fast-paced organization is seeking an entry-level Credit & Collections Specialist to join their collaborative accounting team.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who is eager to build experience in accounts receivable, collections, and credit management within a supportive and team-oriented environment. This team values energy, accountability, and a strong work ethic —they're looking for someone who is motivated to learn, not afraid to pick up the phone, and ready to make an immediate impact. Key Responsibilities Conduct high-volume collections outreach via phone and email on outstanding receivables Review and analyze accounts receivable aging reports to prioritize follow-ups Send invoices, statements, and manage credit holds as needed Investigate and resolve customer deductions and short payments (high volume) Assist with cleaning up complex/backlogged aging and organizing account details Partner with internal teams to improve AR processes and reduce outstanding balances

Qualifications Required:

Strong Excel skills , including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP Excellent communication skills and comfort with frequent outbound calls Positive, proactive mindset with a strong sense of urgency and ownership Highly organized with attention to detail

Preferred:

Prior experience in accounts receivable, collections, or customer-facing roles Why This Role Stands Out Strong team culture

• collaborative, social, and supportive environment (team events, potlucks, etc.

) Opportunity to build foundational accounting skills and grow within the organization Leadership team is hands-on and invested in developing entry-level talent Clear path to long-term employment for the right individual EB-2668802557