Accounts Receivable Billing Specialist: Detail-Driven Cash Flow

Paylocity; District Heights (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jerome L. Taylor Trucking, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Billing Specialist to join the Accounting team.

This role manages customer accounts, processes and applies payments, monitors outstanding balances, supports collection activities, and helps maintain complete and accurate financial records. The position requires sound judgment, professional customer communication, strong Excel skills, and consistent attention to detail, accuracy, and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of accounts receivable, bookkeeping, accounting, or closely related experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounts receivable practices and basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience utilizing accounting software, databases, and enterprise management systems.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders, service records, rates, quantities, and supporting documentation for accuracy prior to invoicing and identify discrepancies requiring correction.
• Process invoice corrections, credits, rebills, and billing adjustments in accordance with company procedures and maintain appropriate supporting documentation.
• Manage accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, payment application, customer account maintenance, and collection follow-up.
• Process checks, ACH payments, credit card payments, and other customer receipts, and accurately record transactions within the company's enterprise management and accounting systems.
• Monitor aging reports and customer balances and communicate professionally and consistently regarding past-due accounts.
• Issue invoices, statements, payment reminders, and other account notices as required.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, unapplied cash, payment issues, account disputes, and documentation gaps.
• Reconcile accounts receivable transactions, customer statements, bank activity, and assigned general ledger accounts in a timely manner.
• Prepare bank deposits and maintain complete, organized supporting documentation.
• Prepare and maintain reports on receivables, aging, cash applications, collections, and customer account status.
• Assist with month-end close activities, financial reporting, audits, and other Accounting Department functions.
• Provide accounting and clerical support and respond promptly to internal and external account inquiries.
• Protect confidential company and customer information and comply with established policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Maintain current job knowledge and perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Enterprise management systems

Job description

Jerome L. Taylor Trucking, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Billing Specialist to join the Accounting team.

This role manages customer accounts, processes and applies payments, monitors outstanding balances, supports collection activities, and helps maintain complete and accurate financial records. The position requires sound judgment, professional customer communication, strong Excel skills, and consistent attention to detail, accuracy, and deadlines.