Accounts Receivable Specialist (930889)

Equus•Louisville, KY

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounts Receivable Clerk with approximately two years of hands-on experience to support our finance operations. This role is responsible for managing the cash application of customer invoicing, facilitating account reconciliations, and assisting with month-end close activities. The ideal candidate will be organized, analytical, and comfortable working in a high volume, deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Approximately 2 years of Accounts Receivable or general accounting experience
Strong attention to detail with high accuracy
Solid organizational and time management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, lookups preferred)
Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and customers

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP and/or SAP Business ByDesign
Familiarity working with banking platforms such as Citibank and JPMorgan
Experience in a corporate or shared services accounting environment
Exposure to SOX controls, compliance requirements, and proper documentation standards

Responsibilities

Apply customer payments (ACH, wire, check, and lockbox) to customer accounts
Perform daily cash application and reconcile bank activity
Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on outstanding balances
Maintain accurate customer account records and resolve billing discrepancies
Assist with month-end close, including AR reconciliations and journal entries
Support audit requests by providing AR documentation and schedules
Coordinate with sales, customer service, and other internal teams to resolve payment issues
Maintain compliance with internal controls and accounting policies
Assist with ad hoc reporting and special projects as needed