Accounts Receivable Specialist

Overview

This role is an Accounts Receivable Specialist position within the Finance team. Responsibilities focus on invoice creation, account reconciliations, and cash applications, ensuring timely and accurate billing while resolving past-due balances.

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 on 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 (Must Have)

• 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 and dynamic work environment
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications (Nice To Have)

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

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days
• Benefits may vary by job and offer
• Additional educational opportunities and training may be available with management approval

Location

Remote position

Pay

26.44 - 31.25 USD per hour (US)