Accounts Receivable Specialist

Join a premier, global leader in the manufacturing and consumer goods industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, our brands are staples in millions of households worldwide. We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Harrisburg finance team. This is a high-impact role where you will manage the full cycle of receivables for some of the nation's largest retail and wholesale accounts.

The Role:

What You ll

Do Full-Cycle AR:

Manage a high volume of daily cash applications, including ACH, wires, and lockbox receipts.

Deduction Resolution:

Investigate and resolve customer short-pays and deductions related to trade promotions, pricing, and shipping discrepancies (a core focus of this role). B2

B Collections:

Partner with major retail accounts to resolve past-due balances through professional, solutions-oriented communication.

Complex Reconciliations:

Perform monthly account reconciliations and aging analysis to ensure the integrity of the sub-ledger. Pay rate range is $21.50•26.50 DOE. Please apply direct. Any questions contact dena.clare@randstadusa.com.

salary:

$21.5•$26.5 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM•4

PMeducation:

AssociateResponsibilitiesYou will manage a high volume of transactions, resolve complex payment discrepancies, and maintain relationships with our retail and wholesale partners. Key Responsibilities Accurately post daily cash receipts, including ACH, wire transfers, and checks, ensuring all entries align with the general ledger. Analyze and resolve customer short-payments or "deductions" related to trade promotions, damages, or pricing errors-a critical task in the food industry. Proactively reach out to overdue accounts to secure payment while maintaining a professional and collaborative relationship with customers. Conduct weekly and monthly reconciliations of aging reports to ensure the accuracy of the AR sub-ledger. Work closely with the Sales and Logistics teams to validate claims and streamline the "Order-to-Cash" process. Assist in gathering documentation for internal and external audits to ensure compliance with financial regulations. Qualifications High School Diploma required; Associate s or Bachelor s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred. 3+ years of experience in B2B Accounts Receivable, preferably within CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) or food manufacturing. Expertise in ERP systems (such as SAP or JD Edwards) and advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables). SkillsAccounts ReceivableCash PostingCredit Card ReceiptsPayments/Cash PostingCash ApplicationsEFT/Wire TransferSAPJD EdwardsachReconciliationCollectionsAging ReceivablesdeductionsQualificationsYears of experience: 3 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Any consideration of a background check would be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job. job detailssummary$21.50•$26.50 per hourtemporaryassociate degreecategorybusiness and financial operations occupationsreferenceAB_4945222job details Join a premier, global leader in the manufacturing and consumer goods industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, our brands are staples in millions of households worldwide. We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Harrisburg finance team. This is a high-impact role where you will manage the full cycle of receivables for some of the nation's largest retail and wholesale accounts.

The Role:

What You'll Do Full-Cycle AR:

Manage a high volume of daily cash applications, including ACH, wires, and lockbox receipts.

Deduction Resolution:

Investigate and resolve customer short-pays and deductions related to trade promotions, pricing, and shipping discrepancies (a core focus of this role). B2

B Collections:

Partner with major retail accounts to resolve past-due balances through professional, solutions-oriented communication.

Complex Reconciliations:

Perform monthly account reconciliations and aging analysis to ensure the integrity of the sub-ledger. Pay rate range is $21.50•26.50 DOE. Please apply direct. Any questions contact dena.clare@randstadusa.com.

salary:

$21.5•$26.5 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM•4

PMeducation:

AssociateResponsibilitiesYou will manage a high volume of transactions, resolve complex payment discrepancies, and maintain relationships with our retail and wholesale partners. Key Responsibilities Accurately post daily cash receipts, including ACH, wire transfers, and checks, ensuring all entries align with the general ledger. Analyze and resolve customer short-payments or "deductions" related to trade promotions, damages, or pricing errors—a critical task in the food industry. Proactively reach out to overdue accounts to secure payment while maintaining a professional and collaborative relationship with customers. Conduct weekly and monthly reconciliations of aging reports to ensure the accuracy of the AR sub-ledger. Work closely with the Sales and Logistics teams to validate claims and streamline the "Order-to-Cash" process. Assist in gathering documentation for internal and external audits to ensure compliance with financial regulations. Qualifications High School Diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred. 3+ years of experience in B2B Accounts Receivable, preferably within CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) or food manufacturing. Expertise in ERP systems (such as SAP or JD Edwards) and advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables). SkillsAccounts ReceivableCash PostingCredit Card ReceiptsPayments/Cash PostingCash ApplicationsEFT/Wire TransferSAPJD EdwardsachReconciliationCollectionsAging ReceivablesdeductionsQualificationsYears of experience: 3 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Any consideration of a background check would be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.