Accounts Receivable Specialist

Overview

This Accounts Receivable Specialist role is part of the Finance team, focused on invoice creation, account reconciliations, and cash applications. The position works closely with internal teams and customers to ensure timely and accurate billing, resolve past-due balances, and apply payments accurately and on time.

This is a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Own the client invoicing lifecycle from start to finish
• Prepare and process customer invoices for contract and on-demand clients
• Manage customer portal submissions and updates
• Coordinate with internal teams to address invoicing and account concerns
• Review customer contracts for billing accuracy and completeness
• Track and report Accounts Receivable (AR) metrics, including aging and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
• Contribute to ad-hoc accounting and finance projects
• Support continuous improvement of AR policies and procedures
• Post journal entries and ensure accurate recording of transactions
• Apply customer payments accurately and in a timely manner
• Reconcile daily payment activity, settlement batches, and bank deposits
• Perform general ledger and customer account reconciliations
• Maintain and update customer records and billing data
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies and open items
• Respond to customer inquiries and follow up on outstanding issues
• Initiate collections on past-due accounts and negotiate payment solutions

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable or Accounting, with a focus on collections
• Moderate to advanced experience with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Data analysis proficiency
• Familiarity with ERP or accounting systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and able to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Waste industry experience/knowledge
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: 26.44 - 31.25 USD per hour (US)
• Eligible employees receive a competitive total compensation package including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days
• Benefits may vary by job and offer
• Additional educational opportunities and training may be available at the approval of management

Location

Remote