Accounts Receivable Analyst

Addison Group; Needham (MA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) benefits

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking an Accounts Receivable Analyst in Needham, MA (Pawtucket, RI also possible). The role focuses on AR cleanup, high-volume item resolution, and accurate cash posting. It requires independent work, strong reconciliation abilities, and effective client communication.

This is a hands-on, temp-to-perm position with potential for progression. The candidate will lead reconciliation efforts, manage data across multiple systems, and support month-end close.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on accounts receivable experience.
• Proven ability to work through high volumes of aged or complex AR items.
• Strong reconciliation skills and comfort working across multiple systems.
• Comfortable with frequent client outreach and account-level troubleshooting.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Able to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead AR reconciliation and cleanup efforts across multiple systems
• Conduct aging analysis and identify and resolve discrepancies across customer accounts
• Perform data scrubbing and validation to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records
• Apply cash receipts and post payments accurately and on time
• Research and resolve outstanding and aged AR items with minimal direction
• Communicate directly with clients to follow up on outstanding balances and resolve account-level issues
• Support month-end close activities including reconciliations and reporting
• Maintain organized documentation and tracking of cleanup progress
• Perform additional AR duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Cross-functional collaboration

Client outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Analyst

Industry: Finance & Accounting

Location: Pawtucket, RI OR Needham, MA

Compensation: $30.00 - $35.00 / Per Hour

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.

Work Schedule: Full-time, business hours

Type: Temp-to-Perm

Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to support an active AR cleanup project within a large, complex business services environment. This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can hit the ground running, work independently through high volumes of aged items, and bring structure and resolution to a backlogged AR function. Strong conversion potential exists for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Lead AR reconciliation and cleanup efforts across multiple systems
• Conduct aging analysis and identify and resolve discrepancies across customer accounts
• Perform data scrubbing and validation to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records
• Apply cash receipts and post payments accurately and on time
• Research and resolve outstanding and aged AR items with minimal direction
• Communicate directly with clients to follow up on outstanding balances and resolve account-level issues
• Support month-end close activities including reconciliations and reporting
• Maintain organized documentation and tracking of cleanup progress
• Perform additional AR duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2+ years of hands-on accounts receivable experience
• Proven ability to work through high volumes of aged or complex AR items
• Strong reconciliation skills and comfort working across multiple systems
• Comfortable with frequent client outreach and account-level troubleshooting
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
• Able to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

• Experience with ERP systems
• Background in a large, multi-entity, or complex business environment
• Prior involvement in an AR cleanup or systems migration project

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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