Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the entire accounts receivable process, ensuring accurate and timely billing, collections, and reconciliation of customer accounts. Your expertise in financial concepts, accounting software, and customer service will contribute to maintaining healthy cash flow and fostering strong client relationships. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your technical accounting skills within a fast-paced environment dedicated to excellence and integrity.

Duties

• Process and review invoices using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or PeopleSoft to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP standards.
• Manage collections by contacting customers via phone, email, or telemarketing techniques to secure outstanding payments while maintaining professional customer service etiquette.
• Reconcile accounts receivable ledger by verifying transactions, resolving discrepancies, and performing account analysis regularly.
• Prepare journal entries related to revenue recognition, account adjustments, and month-end closing activities in accordance with SOX controls and internal policies.
• Collaborate with departments such as medical billing or governmental accounting to ensure proper coding (CPT, ICD-10) and compliance with industry-specific regulations.
• Conduct data entry with high accuracy using 10 key typing skills and double-entry bookkeeping methods to maintain precise financial records.
• Assist with revenue cycle management tasks including billing for medical services, CPT coding, and collection of receivables related to non-profit or healthcare organizations.

Skills

• Strong understanding of financial concepts including debits & credits, account reconciliation, journal entries, and analysis skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms; experience with financial software like Quicken is a plus.
• Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act), and public accounting standards.
• Experience in accounts receivable management within medical billing or healthcare environments is highly desirable.
• Excellent negotiation skills coupled with phone etiquette for effective collections and customer communication.
• Ability to perform detailed analysis of accounts receivable data using analysis skills and technical accounting expertise.
• Familiarity with governmental or non-profit accounting practices; understanding of revenue cycle management processes is advantageous. Join us in a role where your expertise drives financial accuracy and operational success! We value energetic professionals who thrive on precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement—ready to make a meaningful impact every day!

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person