Cash Application Associate

Onsite | Pepper Pike, OH | Full‑Time Encore Funding is looking for a detail‑driven Cash Application Associate to join our Finance & Accounting team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring payments are applied accurately and efficiently, supporting strong financial controls and a great client experience. If you enjoy working with numbers, value precision, and want to be part of a stable, growing organization, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Do In this role, you'll be responsible for ensuring incoming funds are processed correctly and on time. Your work directly supports our clients, internal teams, and audit readiness. Accurately apply incoming payments (lockbox, ACH, wire, credit card) using accounting systems Reconcile daily cash activity and resolve discrepancies promptly Process chargebacks and credit memos in coordination with internal stakeholders Partner with Account Executives to research and resolve payment questions Identify and appropriately flag suspicious or irregular payments Prepare documentation and support internal and external audits Maintain accurate records and contribute to continuous process improvements What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is dependable, organized, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced financial environment. Minimum 5+ years of experience in accounting, cash application, or finance‑related roles Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Comfortable working with accounting software and Microsoft Excel Able to manage daily deadlines and prioritize tasks independently Reliable, punctual, and collaborative team player High school diploma required; bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred Ability to pass a criminal background check Why Encore Funding Encore Funding is an alternative lender that empowers staffing entrepreneurs through fast, flexible funding and deep industry expertise. Our founders built their own businesses from the ground up, just like the clients we support every day. With more than $25 billion funded across the staffing industry, we combine financial strength with a people‑first approach and a collaborative culture. What We Offer Competitive salary and bonus potential Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time Life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability A stable, professional work environment with long‑term growth opportunity Work Details Full‑time, permanent position Monday-Friday schedule 100% onsite at our Pepper Pike, Ohio office Must be able to commute or relocate Interested? Apply on Indeed and tell us why accuracy, organization, and teamwork matter to you

Pay:

$24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): What are your salary expectations? In 4-6 sentences, describe what specific experience you have that aligns directly with the role.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Cash application: 1 year (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Pepper Pike, OH 44124 (Required)

Work Location:

In person