Accounts Receivable Specialist Robert Half - 3.9 Broussard, LA Job Details Temp-to-hire | Contract $22 - $24 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Customer communication Full Job Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to support a growing accounting team in Broussard, Louisiana. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-volume environment and can manage receivables with accuracy, urgency, and professionalism. The role will focus on billing, payment posting, account follow-up, and maintaining strong customer and internal partner relationships.

Responsibilities:

Process customer invoices, apply incoming payments, and keep account records current and accurate. Monitor outstanding balances, follow up on overdue accounts, and communicate with customers to resolve payment issues in a timely manner. Reconcile cash activity and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial records align with daily transactions. Manage billing-related tasks across customer portals and support payment workflows within systems such as Ariba, SAP, and NetSuite. Partner with internal departments to address invoice questions, payment variances, and account exceptions. Review aging reports regularly and take appropriate action to reduce past-due balances and improve collection performance. Maintain organized documentation for account activity, correspondence, and payment research. Assist with updates to accounts receivable processes and support operational changes within the accounting function as needed. Proven experience in accounts receivable, including billing, cash application, and commercial collections. Working knowledge of ERP and financial systems, including NetSuite or SAP. Experience using customer payment or invoicing portals, including platforms such as Ariba. Strong Microsoft Excel skills for tracking, reconciliation, and reporting tasks. Ability to manage a high volume of transactions while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines. Effective written and verbal communication skills for customer follow-up and internal coordination. Strong problem-solving ability with attention to detail in researching payment and account discrepancies. 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 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .