Accounts Receivable Specialist

$32,282 - $44,387/Yr

Robert Half - Greenville, SC

Full-time - Entry Level

Greenville, SC

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for an Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist. This role will be based in Greenville, South Carolina and will involve working closely with our finance team to ensure efficient handling of accounts receivable duties. The ideal candidate will be responsible for accurately processing customer credit applications, maintaining precise records of customer credit, and resolving customer credit inquiries promptly and professionally. This position requires a keen attention to detail and the ability to monitor customer credit accounts regularly to identify any discrepancies. In addition to managing customer credit, the Accounts Receivable Specialist will take appropriate action to collect delinquent payments from customers and will utilize Microsoft Excel to track and analyze accounts receivable data. The role also includes handling billing functions efficiently to ensure smooth operations, keeping track of cash activity, and ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded. The specialist will manage cash posting activities and ensure all entries are accurate and up-to-date. Collaboration with other team members is essential to manage urgent tasks effectively. Furthermore, the position involves processing accounts payable invoices, resolving discrepancies related to purchase orders, managing vendor relationships, and reconciling vendor statements. The candidate should be prepared to take on other tasks as needed or required by the manager, making this a dynamic role within the finance team.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process customer credit applications in a timely manner
• Maintain precise records of customer credit
• Resolve customer credit inquiries promptly and professionally
• Monitor customer credit accounts regularly to identify any discrepancies
• Take appropriate action to collect delinquent payments from customers
• Use Microsoft Excel to track and analyze accounts receivable data
• Handle billing functions efficiently to ensure smooth operations
• Keep track of cash activity and ensure all transactions are accurately recorded
• Manage cash posting activities and ensure all entries are accurate and up-to-date
• Collaborate with other team members to manage urgent tasks effectively
• Process AP invoices
• Resolve discrepancies relating to the PO
• Vendor management
• Reconcile vendor statements
• Other tasks as needed/required by manager

Requirements

• Experience in accounts receivable and accounts payable functions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Experience with vendor management and reconciliation

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with accounting software
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

Benefits

• Contract to hire opportunity
• Potential for career advancement
• Collaborative work environment