Accounts Receivable Specialist

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Description Job Summary: The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing the company’s incoming payments, ensuring accuracy in customer accounts, and supporting overall cash flow performance. This role plays a critical part in maintaining strong customer relationships while ensuring timely collections and adherence to company policies. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, proactive, and able to work effectively in a fast paced, team driven environment. ________________________________________ Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Process and post customer payments, including checks, ACH, credit cards, and wire transfers - Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner - Monitor aging reports and follow up on past due balances - Communicate with customers regarding billing questions, payment status, and account issues - Apply cash receipts accurately and ensure proper allocation across invoices - Research and resolve unapplied cash, short payments, and deductions - Collaborate with sales, operations, and customer service teams to resolve account issues - Maintain accurate and up to date customer account records - Assist with month end c...