Accounts Receivable Specialist
About The Position
MediaNews Group is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage credit, collections, billing, and cash receipts. In addition to standard specialist duties, this position handles the organization’s most complex and specialized accounts, serving as the subject matter expert for Adtaxi and other problem or special-handling accounts. The role requires advanced technical knowledge, accounting expertise, and strong problem-solving skills to oversee high-complexity portfolios. This is a remote position, and candidates must reside in Colorado or Ohio. The position involves collaborating with internal departments and Advertising Managers to support accurate billing and timely collections. The hourly pay range is $19.50–$20.00, with compensation based on factors including location, education, work experience, time in role, and certifications. Eligible employees may receive medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k), paid time off, and select paid holidays, subject to eligibility. Recruitment is continuous until the position is filled. A pre-employment background check is required.
Requirements
- GED or high school diploma.
- Comprehensive understanding of program-specific invoicing, revenue recognition, and payment processes.
- High accountability in handling financially complex accounts with significant business impact.
- Accounting and analytical skills to reconcile complex transactions, investigate discrepancies, and resolve billing issues.
- Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
- Ability to create Excel spreadsheets using formulas as needed.
- 10-key proficiency.
- Analytical skills and initiative.
- Interpersonal, team collaboration, and strong customer service skills.
- Advanced knowledge of multiple billing systems, platforms, and specialized advertising programs.
- Must reside in Colorado or Ohio.
- Must be willing to submit to and pass required pre-employment checks.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Monitor accounts receivable aging and customer accounts to minimize past-due accounts.
- Perform customer credit analysis as needed.
- Initiate collection calls, emails, faxes, and letters.
- Work with Advertising Managers on escalating collection actions.
- Distribute accounts receivable aging reports and discuss issues with Advertising Managers.
- Use and maintain the accounts receivable collections module in advertising systems.
- Perform customer revenue and accounts receivable trend analysis.
- Research, interpret, and resolve complicated account issues with minimal supervision.
- Collaborate with Sales, Billing, Cash Applications, and General Ledger teams to ensure accurate billing and timely collections.
- Take initiative to refine procedures, use tact and diplomacy in client service and communications, and demonstrate ethical behavior.
Benefits
- Medical insurance for eligible employees
- Dental insurance for eligible employees
- Life insurance for eligible employees
- Disability insurance for eligible employees
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Select paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
