Summary:
The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing the entire accounts receivable process, including invoicing, payment posting, collections, account reconciliation, and cash application. This role ensures timely collection of outstanding balances, maintains accurate customer account records, and supports month-end close activities while helping improve overall cash flow and customer relationships.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the full cycle accounts receivable process from invoicing through collections and payment reconciliation
- Generate and distribute accurate customer invoices in a timely manner
- Post and reconcile customer payments including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit card payments
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on past due accounts to ensure timely collections
- Research and resolve billing discrepancies, short payments, and customer disputes
- Maintain accurate customer account records and supporting documentation
- Reconcile accounts receivable balances and assist with month-end close activities
- Communicate with customers regarding account balances, payment status, and billing inquiries
- Prepare AR reporting and assist with cash flow tracking
- Support audits by providing requested documentation and account details
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of full cycle accounts receivable experience preferred
- Strong understanding of billing, cash application, collections, and account reconciliation processes
- Experience working with ERP or accounting systems in a high-volume environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
Company Description
Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.