Cash Application Specialist I, Accounting

Ryan•Plano, TX

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Cash Applications Specialist I performs a variety of tasks related to processing and posting customer and non-customer cash receipts into the accounting system. The Cash Applications Specialist I ensures that payments are processed in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with Ryan practices, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

High-school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) and one to two years related experience required and/or training in a similar environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Candidate must be able to work under tight time schedules, have strong customer service and communication skills, and be able to work independently under limited supervision.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multi task are also required.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft® Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet navigation and research.
Ability to operate 10 key by touch.
Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Experience using MS Query/Excel and Microsoft Dynamics SL is preferred.

Responsibilities

Works closely with internal clients to resolve credits and short pays on customer accounts.
Prepares client refunds as needed.
Identifies accounts receivable payments for appropriate application to customer account.
Researches unidentified payments as needed.
Monitors bank accounts for new EFT, ACH, and Wire payments received.
Processes non-accounts receivable payments, P-Card transactions, and credit card payments.
Identifies short payments and takes appropriate actions.
Completes adjustments to client accounts within 24 hours of final approvals.
Balances receipts, reconciles daily work batches, and prepares audit trail.
Responds to payment inquiries in a timely manner.
Performs additional duties as assigned.