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Job Title: Cash Applications / Accounts Receivable Clerk
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Cash Applications Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our accounting team. This role primarily involves customer outreach for unapplied payments and remittance, as well as processing virtual card payments. The position is focused on resolving unapplied payments and ensuring efficient cash receipt processes.
Responsibilities

• Receive and process customer payments and apply them to the correct invoices timely and accurately.
• Accurately apply lockbox deposits, checks, credit cards, wire transfers, ACH payments, and payments to all invoices listed on customers' remittances.
• Resolve unapplied or misapplied payments and research discrepancies.
• Review and audit payment application work completed by team members to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provide feedback or corrections when inconsistencies are found.
• Handle and post virtual credit card payments from customers.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to confirm payment details.
• Assist the AR Manager with various assignments as needed.
• Provide administrative and analytical support for AR-related initiatives.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding payment status and invoice details.
• Support system upgrades, data clean-up, or special projects as assigned.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance AR processes and efficiency.

Essential Skills

• 1-3 years of Cash Application/AR experience or a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience inputting information and applying to invoices for unapplied payments in a shared drive.
• Experience working in a high-volume environment and a mid to large revenue company.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong understanding of cash application processes and invoice reconciliation.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Work Environment
The accounting team consists of about 50 people working in a cubicle-style setting. Employees can start their workday between 7 am and 9 am, maintaining a consistent schedule and working an 8-hour day with a 30-minute unpaid lunch. The company emphasizes a strong work ethic, focus, and the ability to handle high volumes of transactions with precision. The organization is family-owned, offering exposure to upper-level leadership and opportunities for growth. The culture promotes work-life balance, flexibility, and regular company events.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bethesda, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Bethesda,MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.