Accounts Receivable Specialist
- Louisville, KY, United States
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- Bachelor’s degree
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- English
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Original job description
The Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist is responsible for managing and processing customer invoicing, collections, cash applications, and account reconciliations while ensuring accuracy and timely payment of outstanding balances. This role works closely with internal departments and external clients to maintain positive relationships and support overall financial operations.
Responsibilities
- Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and timely
- Monitor accounts for outstanding balances and follow up on overdue payments
- Apply customer payments, wire transfers, and ACH transactions
- Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies
- Maintain accurate AR records and documentation
- Prepare aging reports and assist with collection efforts
- Communicate professionally with customers regarding account status and payment inquiries
- Collaborate with accounting and sales teams to resolve invoice or payment issues
- Assist with month-end closing activities and reporting
- Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required
- 2+ years of accounts receivable, billing, or accounting experience preferred
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and AR processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
- Prior experience in a corporate or shared services environment
- Knowledge of collections and cash application processes
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Skills
- Accounts receivable
- Account reconciliation
- Documentation
- Sales
- Reporting
- Regulatory compliance
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Oracle NetSuite
- SAP
- Oracle
- Microsoft Dynamics