Accounts Receivable Specialist
Job Description
The Accounts Receivable Specialist will provide crucial financial, administrative, and clerical support to ensure the timely and accurate receipt of payments. This role involves recording transactions, resolving discrepancies, and making independent decisions for critical accounts. The position requires strong analytical and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and manage accounts receivable aging reports.
- Serve as the primary contact for assigned accounts, building relationships with vendors and internal teams.
- Maintain and update contact databases and process documentation.
- Navigate company portals and update complex Excel reports.
- Post payments, reconcile ledgers, and resolve discrepancies.
- Communicate with customers to collect payments, manage payment plans, and coordinate with collections agencies as needed.
- Support internal teams and respond to customer inquiries professionally.
- Generate financial reports and assist with audits.
- Maintain accurate customer data in ERP systems.
- Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Perform additional tasks and projects as assigned.
- Process approximately 30 AR/Collections Notes daily, balanced with emails and other tasks.
Essential Skills
- Experience in collections with a high volume of activity.
- Critical thinking and decision-making skills in collections/accounts receivable.
- High School Diploma or GED required; finance degree preferred.
- 3+ years of accounts receivable/collections/accounting experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLookups & Pivot Tables Required) and Microsoft Word.
- Knowledge of general accounting principles.
- Experience operating in multiple ERP and various systems.
Skills & Qualifications
- Effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
- Associates Degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred.
- Strong analytical skills, organization, and decision-making ability.
- High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
- Flexibility to assist any companies supported by the Shared Services team.
- Experience in Pharma/BioTech/MedTech preferred.
- Experience in a larger organization is preferred.
Work Environment
The office is located at 5th & Colorado in downtown ATX, offering a premium view. The open-concept workspace includes cubicles and state-of-the-art kitchens. Employees enjoy amenities such as a BEVI machine, catered lunches on Mondays and Wednesdays, and company events like happy hours and bar crawls. The role includes cross-training opportunities and a defined career path with potential for advancement.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $30.00/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 hybrid position in Austin,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 11, 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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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.