Accounts Receivable Specialist

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our finance team. In this vital role, you will manage the full cycle of accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances and maintaining accurate financial records. Your expertise in accounting software, financial concepts, and customer service will drive efficiency and accuracy in our revenue cycle management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organization committed to excellence and integrity in financial operations.

Duties

• Manage the entire accounts receivable process, including invoicing, payment processing, and account reconciliation using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or PeopleSoft.
• Perform detailed analysis of customer accounts to identify overdue payments and resolve discrepancies through effective negotiation and communication.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) requirements during all financial transactions and record-keeping activities.
• Conduct regular account analysis to monitor aging reports, identify delinquent accounts, and initiate collection efforts with professionalism and tact.
• Prepare journal entries related to revenue recognition, credit adjustments, and bad debt provisions; maintain accurate audit trails for internal and external reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including medical billing, governmental accounting, or nonprofit accounting departments to streamline revenue cycle management processes.
• Utilize data entry skills for accurate recording of transactions, perform account reconciliation, and ensure the integrity of financial data across multiple systems such as PeopleSoft or Sage.
• Support audit preparations by providing detailed documentation of accounts receivable activities and compliance with internal controls.

Requirements

• Proven experience in accounts receivable functions within a corporate or public accounting environment.
• Strong understanding of financial concepts including debits & credits, journal entries, double entry bookkeeping, and account analysis.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms; experience with medical billing or CPT coding is a plus.
• Knowledge of GAAP standards and SOX compliance procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Excellent negotiation skills combined with professional phone etiquette for effective collections communication.
• Ability to perform detailed data entry with high accuracy (10 key typing skills) and conduct thorough account reconciliation.
• Familiarity with ICD-10 coding standards, medical terminology, or governmental accounting practices is advantageous.
• Strong analysis skills for identifying discrepancies and resolving complex account issues efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Join us in this engaging role where your expertise will directly impact our organization’s financial health! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports your professional growth while ensuring your contributions are valued every step of the way.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person