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Robert Half

Accounts Receivable Specialist

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What they do

An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.

$48,540 / year median in Delaware

-13% projected decline

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Job Description

at Robert Half in Newport, Delaware, United States Job Description Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support day-to-day receivables activity while also assisting with select payables and reconciliation work for a real estate organization. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity for a detail-focused accounting specialist who can manage high-volume transactional work, maintain accurate records, and communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders. The position is fully onsite and is well suited for someone who is comfortable handling multiple priorities in a structured, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
  • Create and issue customer invoices in a timely manner, ensuring billing details are accurate and properly documented.
  • Review incoming payments, post cash activity to the correct accounts, and reconcile customer balances to maintain clean receivable records.
  • Monitor open receivables, follow up on overdue accounts, and communicate collection updates and aging trends to management.
  • Investigate billing questions, resolve payment discrepancies, and work directly with customers to address account issues.
  • Process vendor invoices by verifying approvals, account coding, and supporting documentation before payment.
  • Prepare and submit vendor payments through approved methods such as checks, wire transfers, ACH , or credit card transactions.
  • Complete monthly bank reconciliations across a large volume of accounts spanning multiple entities, using available spreadsheets and internal tools to ensure accuracy.
  • Reconcile vendor statements, respond to payment-related inquiries, and maintain organized vendor and customer account files in compliance with internal controls. Requirements
  • At least 3 years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting support, or a related bookkeeping position.
  • Hands-on background with invoicing, cash applications, collections, billing support, and daily cash activity processing.
  • Ability to perform bank reconciliations independently, including work involving numerous accounts and multiple company entities.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage a high volume of financial transactions accurately and on schedule.
  • Comfortable working onsite in Newport, Delaware during standard business hours.
  • Proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting systems; experience with Yardi is helpful but not required.
  • Effective communication skills for working with customers, vendors, and internal teams on payment and account matters.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity
  • whenever you choose
  • even on the go.
Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) . To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance