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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.
$45,911 / year median in North Carolina
-1% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing team in Durham, North Carolina in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy setting, brings a proactive mindset, and can quickly build confidence in day-to-day receivables operations. The position supports core accounting activities while helping maintain accurate customer balances, timely cash posting, and consistent follow-up on outstanding invoices.
Responsibilities:
- Manage daily accounts receivable activities, including invoice review, payment posting, and account reconciliation.
- Apply incoming cash accurately and investigate discrepancies to ensure customer accounts remain current.
- Conduct commercial collections outreach in a detail-oriented manner to reduce aging balances and improve payment performance.
- Prepare and process billing transactions while maintaining accuracy and compliance with internal accounting standards.
- Monitor cash activity and update records to reflect deposits, adjustments, and unapplied payments.
- Partner with internal teams to resolve account issues, clarify billing questions, and support smooth customer payment processes.
- Assist with maintaining organized receivables documentation and contribute to efficient month-end close support.
- Learn internal systems and procedures quickly in order to support team continuity and share knowledge when needed.