Accounts Receivable Specialist

Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our finance team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing the company's accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate and timely collection of outstanding invoices, and maintaining strong relationships with clients. Your expertise in financial concepts, accounting software, and negotiation will drive efficiency and support our organization's revenue cycle management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment where your analytical skills and attention to detail will make a meaningful impact. Duties Manage the full cycle of accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, collections, and account reconciliation using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or PeopleSoft. Verify payment accuracy by analyzing account data, applying GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), and ensuring compliance with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) controls. Conduct detailed account analysis to identify discrepancies, resolve billing issues, and facilitate prompt resolution through effective negotiation and customer service skills. Perform data entry with precision, maintaining accurate records of transactions, journal entries, and account adjustments in accordance with double entry bookkeeping standards. Reconcile customer accounts regularly to ensure accuracy of debits & credits, CPT coding (if applicable), ICD-10 coding for medical billing scenarios, and other financial data. Collaborate with internal teams such as accounting, medical billing (if applicable), and revenue cycle management to streamline processes and improve cash flow. Prepare detailed reports on accounts receivable aging, collection status, and revenue analysis to support financial decision-making. Experience Proven experience in accounts receivable functions within a corporate or public accounting environment. Strong understanding of financial concepts including debits & credits, journal entries, account reconciliation, and analysis skills. Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, PeopleSoft or similar platforms; experience with medical terminology or CPT coding is a plus for healthcare-related roles. Knowledge of GAAP standards and SOX compliance requirements to ensure accurate financial reporting. Experience working with governmental or non-profit accounting is advantageous but not required. Excellent negotiation skills combined with exceptional phone etiquette and customer service abilities to effectively manage collections. Demonstrated ability in data entry accuracy (10 key typing) and technical accounting tasks such as double entry bookkeeping and revenue cycle management. Ability to analyze complex financial data using analysis skills to identify trends or discrepancies quickly. Join us in this engaging role where your expertise will help optimize our financial operations! We value energetic professionals who thrive on precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement in a fast-moving environment dedicated to excellence in financial services.

Pay:

$21.50 - $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

AD&D insurance Dental insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person