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Global Accounting Network · 9 hours ago

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Global Accounting Network is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage customer payments and ensure accurate financial reporting. The role involves applying payments, resolving discrepancies, and supporting month-end close activities within the Accounts Receivable function.

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Responsibilities

Apply customer payments, credits, and adjustments to the appropriate accounts and open invoices in the accounting system
Research and resolve payment discrepancies including short pays, overpayments, and unapplied cash items
Identify missing remittance details and proactively contact customers through email, phone, or online portals to obtain supporting documentation
Maintain accurate cash activity records and ensure payments are properly documented for audit readiness
Partner with the AR team to ensure customer balances remain accurate and current
Investigate mismatched payment and invoice amounts and escalate unresolved issues to the appropriate internal contact
Track and manage unapplied payments and assist with clearing open cash items in a timely manner
Support month-end close by reviewing cash activity, identifying outstanding items, and assisting with reporting needs
Confirm invoices are available and accessible within customer billing portals and support resolution of invoice delivery issues as needed
Follow established accounting policies, procedures, and internal control standards related to cash application
Provide documentation and transaction support during internal reviews or external audit requests
Identify opportunities to streamline payment processing and improve accuracy through enhanced procedures or system efficiencies
Work closely with Collections and other finance partners to resolve customer payment questions and reduce aged receivables
Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental priorities

Qualification

Accounts Receivable experienceERP/accounting platformsExcel skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skillsAnalytical skillsEffective communicationProblem-solving abilityTeam collaboration

Required

Minimum of 2 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, with a focus on cash application or payment posting
Experience working within ERP/accounting platforms (Workday, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)
Strong Excel skills, including working with large datasets and reconciliations
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams

Preferred

Associate degree or relevant coursework in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Company

Global Accounting Network

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Global Accounting Network provides career and talent solutions in the finance sector.

Funding

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Adrian O'Connor
Founding Partner
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