Accounts Receivable Specialist
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support day-to-day receivables operations in Mechanicssburg, Pennsylvania. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing billing activity, applying incoming payments, and following up on outstanding balances with commercial customers. The position requires strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to work effectively with financial data in Excel.
Responsibilities:
• Process customer invoices accurately and maintain organized records for all receivable transactions.
• Apply incoming payments to the appropriate accounts and reconcile cash activity to ensure account accuracy.
• Monitor open balances, communicate with commercial clients regarding past-due amounts, and help reduce outstanding receivables.
• Review account discrepancies, research payment issues, and coordinate resolution steps with internal teams as needed.
• Support routine billing operations by verifying charges, updating account information, and ensuring timely invoice delivery.
• Use Excel formulas and related spreadsheet functions to track receivables, analyze payment trends, and prepare reports.
• Maintain compliance with established accounting practices and documentation standards throughout the receivables cycle.
• Experience working in accounts receivable, including billing, payment posting, and account follow-up.
• Knowledge of cash application processes and daily cash activity reconciliation.
• Background in commercial collections with the ability to communicate professionally about overdue balances.
• Proficiency in Excel, including the use of formulas for tracking and analysis.
• Understanding of core accounting principles related to receivables and financial recordkeeping.
• Strong accuracy, organization, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced finance environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.
Apply online today, or for immediate consideration call Robert Half at 717-836-1252!
