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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.

$52,060 / year median in Maine

-14% projected decline

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Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support a busy finance team through a long-term contract assignment. This position will focus on maintaining accurate invoicing, following up on outstanding balances, and ensuring daily cash activity is recorded properly. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in receivables operations and can work efficiently in a fast-moving environment while keeping financial records organized and current.
Responsibilities:
Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and on schedule to support timely payment processing. Monitor outstanding accounts and communicate with clients to resolve past-due balances in a detail-oriented manner. Apply incoming payments to the appropriate customer accounts and verify that cash receipts are recorded correctly. Review account activity to identify discrepancies and assist with resolving billing or payment issues. Support account reconciliation tasks to help maintain accurate receivables records and reporting. Track daily cash transactions and update internal records to reflect current payment activity. Partner with internal teams to address customer account questions and improve the flow of receivables information. Prior experience in accounts receivable, billing, or collections within a business environment. Working knowledge of cash application processes and daily cash activity tracking. Experience handling commercial collections with professionalism and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy in a deadline-driven setting. Strong numerical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with accounting systems and standard office software, including spreadsheets. Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with customers and internal stakeholders. 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 "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .

Benefits

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