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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.
$49,406 / year median in New York
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Description Jenny Bour with Robert Half is looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support the financial operations of a busy organization in Amherst, New York. In this AR Specialist role, you will oversee billing and incoming payments, help keep customer accounts accurate, and contribute to timely reporting across the receivables function. This Accounts Receivable Specialist position is well suited to someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing routine processing with issue resolution and cross-functional communication.
Responsibilities:
+ Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and on schedule, ensuring billing records are complete and up to date.
+ Manage collection activity by tracking outstanding balances, following up on overdue accounts, and applying received payments correctly.
+ Review account activity to identify late payments, missing remittances, and other exceptions that require attention.
+ Investigate billing and payment variances, working with internal teams and customers to resolve discrepancies promptly.
+ Produce and distribute recurring customer account statements to support timely payment and account transparency.
+ Maintain organized receivables files and supporting documentation for customer accounts and transaction history.
+ Compile gratuity information on a weekly basis to support payroll processing requirements.
+ Prepare receivables reporting for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end review, including ad hoc analyses requested by management. Requirements
+ Previous experience in accounts receivable, billing, collections, or a closely related accounting support position.
+ Working knowledge of cash application, commercial collections, and customer account reconciliation practices.
+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting platforms; experience with Sage Intacct is an advantage.
+ Associate degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field preferred.
+ Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with a high level of accuracy.
+ Clear communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.
+ Ability to manage deadlines independently while also contributing as a collaborative team member.
•For immediate and confidential consideration, please apply directly or email your resume to Jenny Bour via LinkedIn. 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 "," 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) .