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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.
$43,868 / year median in Texas
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Accounts Receivable Specialist LHH US Grand Prairie, TX Job Details Temp-to-hire $26 - $30 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Mid-level Analysis skills Communication skills Full Job Description LHH is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing accounting team in Grand Prairie, TX. This contract-to-hire opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, building relationships with customers, and ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience working in a fast-paced accounting environment. Key Responsibilities Investigate, research, and resolve customer payment discrepancies and account-related issues. Respond to inquiries from internal departments and external customers regarding accounts receivable, payments, and account balances. Review customer invoices and monthly statements to ensure billing accuracy. Apply customer payments, including ACH, checks, wire transfers, and credit card transactions, with a high degree of accuracy. Maintain accurate customer account records and organized accounts receivable documentation. Review aging reports and proactively identify accounts requiring follow-up or resolution. Collaborate with customers, collections, sales, and internal departments to resolve payment discrepancies and outstanding balances. Partner with the General Ledger and Accounting teams to reconcile bank activity and support month-end close processes. Assist management in evaluating customer creditworthiness and credit extension requests. Communicate high-risk or questionable account activity to management in a timely manner. Support internal and external audits by gathering documentation and responding to audit requests. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls related to the accounts receivable function. Assist with Branch-level reporting, audits, analytics, and special projects, including presenting recommendations for process improvements. Provide cross-functional support to Cash Application, Credit, and other Accounts Receivable team members as needed. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned. Qualifications 2+ years of Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, or related accounting experience. Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes, payment applications, reconciliations, and customer account maintenance. Experience researching and resolving payment discrepancies. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems.