Accounts Receivable Specialist

Aston Carter•Omaha, NE

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This temporary Accounts Receivable Specialist position supports the accounting team by helping to clear a significant backlog of work over an initial six-month period, with the possibility of extension based on business needs and performance. The role goes beyond basic transactional processing and requires a professional with solid, hands-on accounts receivable experience who can quickly integrate into existing processes and contribute to improving efficiency.

Requirements

Demonstrated, hands-on experience in accounts receivable, including more than purely transactional processing.
Strong accounts receivable skills, including billing, payment application, reconciliations, and collections support.
Proficiency in Excel for data entry, basic analysis, and reporting related to accounts receivable.
Ability to work accurately and efficiently while managing a high volume of AR tasks and backlog.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate financial records.
Effective communication skills to collaborate with internal stakeholders and address AR-related inquiries.
Ability to quickly learn and follow established accounting processes and systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a dedicated accounts receivable or accounting role in a professional environment.
Familiarity with general accounting principles and practices.
Comfort working in a role focused on backlog reduction and process improvement.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support an evolving workload over the course of the assignment.

Responsibilities

Process and manage accounts receivable transactions accurately and in a timely manner to support the reduction of a current backlog.
Review, verify, and reconcile customer accounts to ensure accuracy of invoices, payments, credits, and adjustments.
Monitor outstanding receivables, identify overdue accounts, and support collection efforts in line with established procedures.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies or issues related to billing, payments, and account balances.
Maintain up-to-date and organized records of all accounts receivable activities in the accounting system and supporting tools.
Collaborate closely with the accounting team and other internal stakeholders to address AR-related questions and support month-end activities.
Use Excel to analyze data, prepare reports, and support tracking of accounts receivable metrics and trends.
Contribute to the improvement of AR processes by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting practical solutions.
Adhere to internal controls, company policies, and accounting best practices in all accounts receivable activities.