Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in Metairie, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who excels at managing payment processes, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining strong relationships with clients. The role is essential to ensuring the company’s financial stability and smooth operations.

Responsibilities :

• Process incoming payments accurately and deposit checks into the bank on a daily basis.
• Prepare and distribute customer invoices while applying payments to corresponding accounts.
• Investigate and resolve account discrepancies by recording billbacks and filing claims with insurance companies for lost or damaged goods.
• Assess and collect credit information from potential clients during the onboarding process.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to address customer inquiries effectively.
• Record journal entries, reconcile accounts monthly, and generate reports for financial statement preparation.
• Calculate and process commission payments for sales teams with accuracy.
• Proven experience in accounts receivable, cash applications, and billing functions.
• Strong understanding of commercial collections processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building client relationships.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines effectively.
• Familiarity with accounting principles and practices.
• Analytical skills to identify and resolve financial discrepancies.