Job Overview We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist who genuinely enjoys working with numbers and takes pride in both accuracy and service. You understand that strong accounts receivable work is about more than processing transactions. It's also about being responsive, solving problems and making it easy for employees and members to get the help they need. In this role, you will be responsible for handling the association's accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances and maintaining accurate financial records. We are American Rental Association (ARA) - a leading international trade association representing more than 13,000 equipment and event rental operations and 1,000 manufacturers and suppliers worldwide. We're opening a new office in Frisco, Texas and are looking to add great team members to our growing team! How You'll Make an Impact Your expertise will drive our financial health forward while providing valuable support to our members. We value energetic professionals who are eager to grow their skills in a fast-paced environment committed to integrity, accuracy, and exceptional service. The Day to Day Create and process customer and member invoices, payments, credits, adjustments and approved write-offs. Apply payments received by credit card, ACH, check and other approved methods. Process membership dues, renewals, event registrations and other customer payments. Prepare cash-control batches and ensure totals agree with supporting records. Research and resolve unapplied payments, account discrepancies, declined transactions and billing issues. Review accounts receivable aging and follow up on outstanding balances. Respond to questions from employees, members and customers about invoices, payments, refunds and account balances. Process approved refunds, cancellations and account corrections. Complete account reconciliations, reporting and assigned month-end close activities. Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for financial reporting and audits. Work with Finance and other ARA teams to resolve account, payment and system-related issues. Help improve accounts receivable procedures and processes while maintaining strong financial controls. You'll likely thrive in this role if you: Have at least three years of professional accounts receivable experience. Have hands-on experience with billing, payment processing, cash application, collections and account reconciliation. Work well in a deadline-driven accounting environment. Enjoy working in an office environment. Are highly accurate, organized and attentive to detail. Enjoy researching discrepancies and resolving account issues. Provide responsive, professional support to employees and members. Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing. Manage recurring deadlines and consistently follow through on open items. Handle financial and payment information with discretion and confidentiality. Are comfortable learning new systems and using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Work effectively both independently and across departments. Have a high school diploma or GED. Additional education in accounting, finance or business is preferred. Experience with Aptify or another association management or CRM system is helpful but not required. Previous nonprofit or membership association experience is also helpful but not required. What We Offer You ARA offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes: Health benefits: Significant employer contributions toward medical, dental and vision insurance. 401(k): Employer match of up to 6%.
Paid time off:
Three weeks of PTO annually, plus an additional week off between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Employer-paid protection:
Life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability coverage. Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Annual fitness and wellness reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Volunteer opportunities About ARA Since 1955, ARA has supported the equipment and event rental industry through education, advocacy, workforce development, safety resources and programs that help our members and their businesses succeed.
Expected hours:
40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): This is a full-time in office position in Frisco, Texas. Are you able to work in the office full-time, Monday through Friday?