Accounts Receivable Specialist

Description Accounts Receivable Specialist Contract-to-Hire | Manufacturing | Hybrid (3 Days In-Office Post-Training) We are partnering with a growing manufacturing company to hire an Accounts Receivable Specialist on a contract-to-hire basis. This role will be fully in-office during training and then transition to a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote). The ideal candidate has strong full-cycle A/R experience, works comfortably in SAP, and has advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs required). Key Responsibilities + Manage full-cycle accounts receivable, including proactive collections, aging review, and follow-ups on an assigned customer portfolio + Execute dunning strategies, negotiate payments, and escalate high-risk or past-due accounts as needed + Evaluate customer creditworthiness, recommend credit limits, and approve or hold orders in accordance with company policy + Partner closely with Sales, Customer Service, and internal teams to resolve billing issues and disputes impacting payment + Investigate and resolve customer disputes to ensure timely cash collection and maintain strong customer relationships + Support accurate cash application and maintain detailed collection notes and account documentation + Track and report on A/R aging, DSO, collection performance, and credit risk trends for leadership Requirements Qualifications Education & Experience + Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred + 3+ years of experience in full-cycle accounts receivable, credit, or collections + B2B or manufacturing environment experience strongly preferred Technical Skills + Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs + Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) + Proficiency with Microsoft Office Core Competencies + Strong negotiation and follow-up skills + Detail-oriented with excellent organization and documentation skills + Sound judgment in credit decision-making + Clear, professional communication and relationship management What Success Looks Like + Reduced past-due balances and improved A/R aging + Measurable improvement in DSO + Timely resolution of disputes impacting cash flow + Consistent application of credit policies + Strong collaboration with Sales, Service, and Operations teams 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) .