Accounts Receivable Analyst

Aston Carter; United States; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Time Off

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Job summary

Aston Carter seeks an Accounts Receivable Analyst in Schiller Park, IL. The role focuses on collections, credit memos, and payments for a portfolio of 300-350 customers. Hybrid work includes three days in the office and two remote, with a contract engagement.

You will coordinate with AR, Collections, and Billing teams, use Excel for reporting, and support the Credit Team with tools like D&B. 2+ years of experience and a Finance or Accounting degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of business experience with a focus on collections.
• College degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Excellent verbal and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage all collection efforts for trade receivables and communicate with customers.
• Resolve receivable matters and disputes; liaise with other departments.
• Support field offices in customer account activities.
• Recommend payment plans as needed.
• Respond promptly to inquiries on AR accounts.

Skills

Collections

Verbal negotiation

Excel/Word

Independent work

Education

Finance or Accounting degree

Tools

Oracle

Highradius

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Analyst

Job Description

As an Accounts Receivable Analyst, you will be primarily responsible for handling collections via email and phone, managing credit memos and payments, and overseeing a portfolio of 300-350 customers. Experience in Credit Analysis is advantageous, especially for providing support to the Credit Team using tools like D&B.

Responsibilities

• Manage all collection efforts for trade receivables, including direct communication with customers and field operations.
• Serve as a liaison to resolve receivable matters and disputes.
• Support field offices in customer accounts related activities.
• Recommend payment plans for customers as needed.
• Respond promptly to statement inquiries and other questions on the Accounts Receivable master phone line.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with other departments by providing excellent customer service.
• Perform consolidated account summaries, pulling data from various locations for reporting.
• Engage in special projects such as audit support, month-end tasks, and third-party collections.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of business experience with a focus on collections.
• College degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Excellent verbal and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle and Highradius is a plus.
• NACM certification is advantageous.
• Experience with Excel formulas, pivots, and vlookups.
• Familiarity with large ERPs such as Oracle or SAP.

Work Environment

This role is in a dynamic team of about 12 people where AR and Collections have merged, allowing for a broader range of tasks within the AR/Collections cycle. The work environment is flexible, with no set hours, allowing you to manage your own time. You will work closely with AR, Collections, and Billing teams, spending three days in the office. The company culture is rebuilding and growing rapidly after the pandemic, with perks like free coffee and the return of free soda. The business focuses on leasing and managing AV setups in hotels, primarily within the hospitality industry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Schiller Park, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Schiller Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.