Description Robert Half is seeking an Accounts Receivable (A/R) Specialist. Great career growth potential and a great benefits package are available to candidates interested in joining this quickly growing accounting team. The strongest candidates for this position will be able to enter, post and reconcile batches, research and resolve customer A/R issues, prepare aging report, place billing and collection calls, maintain cash receipts journal, update, and reconcile sub-ledger to G/L. In this Accounts Receivable Specialist position, you will need to be a self-starter with high attention to detail, in order to succeed at handling 200+ invoices a week. This is a long-term contract / temporary Accounts Receivable Specialist position and is based in the Circle Pines, Minnesota area.What you get to do every single day
Complete a wide range of basic accounting tasks in accordance with standard procedures, including general accounting tasks
Communicate, reinforce, and support the values, culture, and mission of the organization
Assist in setting up payment plans; contact clients to help resolve payment issues
Verify codes and documents
Present information, as requested to shippers, customers, the sales/marketing department and other stakeholders
Balance bank accounts, posting and balancing financial data in a number of different ledgers
Process payments and compile segments of monthly closings and annual reports in compliance with GAAP
Review status of delinquent accounts daily and initiate collection action by contacting customers
Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.Please submit your resume and call Jordan Lynch at 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.Requirements
General proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel preferred
3+ years of relevant experience in accounts receivable
Current and relevant ERP system experience
Proven analytical skills in basic accounts receivable and accounting policy
Attentive, ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
AA or BS/BA degree in Accounting or related field desired
Deep understanding of account reconciliation
Microsoft Excel experience
Foundational knowledge in month end closings
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
