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Temp 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
About the Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Temp Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our growing team. This position is responsible for managing the full accounts receivable lifecycle, driving collections, resolving customer disputes, and maintaining positive customer relationships. The ideal candidate will be analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced in working with high-volume portfolios while collaborating with internal teams to improve cash flow and reduce outstanding receivables. Key Responsibilities Manage a high-volume accounts receivable portfolio across multiple regions. Perform daily collection activities through phone calls, emails, and customer follow-up. Develop and implement effective collection strategies to minimize delinquent accounts and reduce bad debt. Prioritize high-value and aging accounts to maximize cash collections. Negotiate payment arrangements and repayment plans with customers. Escalate complex collection matters, including legal review and management involvement, when necessary. Investigate and resolve billing disputes while maintaining collection efforts on undisputed balances. Reconcile customer accounts, review aging reports, unapplied cash, short payments, and payment discrepancies. Maintain accurate customer account records and collection documentation within company systems. Partner with Billing, Sales, Project Managers, Operations, Cash Receipts, and Branch Management to resolve account issues. Prepare AR aging reports, analyze collection trends, identify payment risks, and recommend process improvements. Support internal and external audits by providing timely documentation and reconciliations. Qualifications Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred (equivalent experience will be considered). Minimum of 5 years of Accounts Receivable and Collections experience. Experience within construction, equipment rental, industrial services, or a related industry is highly preferred. Proven experience managing high-volume portfolios and resolving complex customer disputes. Strong knowledge of Accounts Receivable, B2B Collections, credit risk, dispute resolution, and account reconciliations. Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.