We are looking for a detail-oriented Cash Application Specialist to support a growing accounts receivable team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys high-volume transactional work, investigating payment discrepancies, and partnering with internal teams to resolve account issues across multiple states. The role offers the chance to contribute in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, follow-through, and sound judgment are essential to daily success.
Responsibilities:
- Apply incoming payments accurately and efficiently while maintaining strong attention to detail in a high-volume accounts receivable environment.
- Investigate short payments, misapplied cash, and credit-related discrepancies by reviewing supporting documentation and identifying the root cause of account variances.
- Work closely with sales teams and customer accounts to resolve billing questions, disputes, and deduction issues across a multi-state customer base.
- Reconcile account activity and research outstanding items to ensure balances are accurate and properly coded according to state-specific requirements.
- Support collection efforts when needed by following up on overdue balances and helping enforce payment timelines tied to regulatory obligations.
- Enter and manage transaction data within internal systems, including legacy platforms, while maintaining accuracy and consistency throughout repetitive daily processes.
- Prioritize multiple requests and shifting tasks effectively while meeting firm processing deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
- Assist with additional accounts receivable and administrative duties as the team expands and business volumes increase.
*Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.
Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.
- At least 1 year of experience in accounts receivable, cash application, credit, collections, or a closely related accounting support role.
- Strong ability to research discrepancies, reconcile account activity, and resolve payment issues with accuracy and urgency.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced setting that involves repetitive processing, frequent multitasking, and a high volume of transactions.
- Proficiency with computer systems and data entry, including the ability to navigate ERP or mainframe-style platforms and use Excel formulas effectively.
- Solid critical thinking skills with the confidence to ask questions, investigate issues thoroughly, and make informed decisions.
- Ability to communicate professionally with internal stakeholders and customers regarding account concerns, deductions, and payment matters.
- Familiarity with commercial credit, corporate credit, variance analysis, and dispute resolution is preferred.
- An associate degree or coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred but not required.