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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.
$50,086 / year median in New Jersey
-8% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support a Southern New Jersey organization with day-to-day receivables operations in Cinnaminson, New Jersey. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for someone who has hands-on experience applying cash, following up on outstanding commercial balances, and maintaining accurate account records. The person in this role will help keep billing and payment activity organized while contributing to timely collections and dependable financial reporting.
Responsibilities:
- Apply incoming payments accurately and promptly to customer accounts while resolving posting discrepancies as needed.
- Monitor open receivables and conduct commercial collections outreach to secure timely payment on outstanding balances.
- Prepare and review customer invoices to ensure billing activity is complete, accurate, and aligned with account details.
- Reconcile cash activity and account balances by investigating variances and correcting issues in a timely manner.
- Maintain detailed records of payment transactions, collection efforts, and account status updates for internal tracking.
- Communicate with customers and internal teams to address billing questions, payment concerns, and account adjustments.
- Support the overall accounts receivable process by helping improve accuracy, consistency, and follow-through across daily activities.
- At least 1 year of experience in accounts receivable, with direct exposure to cash applications and collections.
- Working knowledge of commercial collections practices and effective customer follow-up methods.
- Experience handling billing functions and maintaining accurate payment and account records.
- Ability to review cash activity, reconcile balances, and identify discrepancies with strong attention to detail.
- Comfortable communicating with customers and internal stakeholders regarding invoices, payments, and account issues.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple receivable tasks and deadlines effectively.