Accounts Receivable Specialist

Recycle Track Systems • Washington, DC

19d • Remote

About The Position

As an Accounts Receivable Specialist at RTS, you’ll be an essential part of our Finance team, with a primary focus on collections, cash applications, account reconciliations, and bad debt reduction. You’ll work closely with customers to update and resolve past-due balances and ensure accurate, timely application of payments.
This is a remote role, with occasional travel to our New York headquarters as needed for those based in the New York City area.
You have a strong accounting or billing background with experience across multiple accounting functions. You're known for your attention to detail, clear communication, and a proactive, problem-solving mindset. You’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, manages multiple priorities with ease, and brings a collaborative spirit to every task.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable or Accounting, with a focus on collections
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process customer invoices for contract and on-demand clients
• 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
• Manage customer portal submissions and updates
• Respond to customer inquiries and follow up on outstanding issues
• Initiate collections on past-due accounts and negotiate payment solutions
• Conduct credit checks on new customers
• 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

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Holidays
• Personal Days
• Additional Educational opportunities and training may be available at the approval of management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed