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Robert Half Accounts Receivable Specialist in Rochester, New York
Description
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Accounts Receivable Specialist. The successful candidate will be responsible for tracking and resolving outstanding payment issues and generate weekly aging reports in a timely manner. This person must have a strong understanding of the billing process, be a team player with a customer service focus, and have a proven ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
Responsibilities:
Prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
Create invoices according to company practices; submit invoices to customers.
Draft account statements periodically or whenever necessary.
Communicate with customers to address inquiries and resolve issues and discrepancies.
Work together with the sales department or other teams to ensure the accuracy of accounts.
Balance the AR ledger on regular basis; handle and monitor unpaid invoices.
Maintain records of invoice transactions and status of accounts.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc forecasting reports.
Perform account reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner.
Keep track of financial transactions using appropriate accounting software.
Requirements
Requirements:
Associate's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; a Bachelor's degree would be a major plus.
Proven experience as an Accounts Receivable Specialist or similar role.
Strong knowledge of billing procedures and collection techniques (e.g., skip tracing).
Hands-on experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Google Sheets or MS Excel.
Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, and data entry.
Strong mathematical and number management skills.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and ability to make sound decisions.
Ability to prioritize work to manage time effectively.
Strong customer service skills for interacting with customers and clients.
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