Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Robert Half is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our client in SE Portland, Oregon. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing detailed payment processing with proactive customer follow-up and account reconciliation. The role is fully onsite and supports accounts receivable operations for the headquarters location while also contributing to transaction and reconciliation work across multiple branches.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee receivable balances by reviewing aging reports, contacting customers, and helping reduce past-due accounts.
- Apply incoming payments accurately by processing remittances, recording cash activity, and preparing check and deposit transactions.
- Reconcile customer payments to open invoices to ensure account records remain current and discrepancies are resolved promptly.
- Provide accounts receivable support for multiple locations by assisting with posting activity and verifying financial information across branches.
- Handle credit card and check payments with accuracy while maintaining proper documentation for each transaction.
- Follow up with commercial customers regarding outstanding balances and coordinate collection efforts in a thorough manner.
- Assist with inventory-related administrative tasks, including entering count information during physical inventory events when needed.
- Contribute during high-volume periods such as month-end close, including overtime support when business demands require it.
- At least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable or a closely related accounting support role.
- Hands-on experience with cash applications, billing support, collections, and daily cash activity processing.
- Strong data entry and 10-key skills with a high level of accuracy in transaction handling.
- Working knowledge of Excel for basic reporting, account review, and reconciliation tasks.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fully onsite, fast-paced office environment.
- Clear and detail-focused communication skills for customer follow-up and internal coordination.
- Comfortable participating in physical inventory support and other team-based operational tasks as needed.