Accounts Receivable Pro: On-Site Cash Posting

Kelly; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary benefits

Retirement plan

Holiday pay

Transit benefit

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Associate for a temporary opportunity in Elizabeth, NJ. This role focuses on cash application, payment posting, and account reconciliations, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and customer service.

The position requires attention to detail and solid Excel skills, and offers on-site work with competitive hourly pay in the Elizabeth area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years of AR experience, or an associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience with cash applications, payment posting, and account reconciliations.
• Intermediate Excel, basic Word and Access knowledge.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and post customer payments, including checks, wire transfers, credit cards, and electronic payments.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate payment discrepancies, unapplied cash, and unauthorized deductions.
• Handle inbound and outbound customer calls to resolve billing and payment issues.
• Monitor assigned accounts, follow up on past-due balances, and prepare payment reminders and collection notices.
• Process journal entry offsets, account adjustments, and account cleanups.
• Assist drivers with credit issues and obtain necessary release numbers.
• Review and audit credit and debit memos.
• Maintain customer credit files and supporting financial documentation.
• Generate monthly accounts receivable statements.
• Reconcile daily cash receipts against bank reports and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Cash applications

Payment posting

Account reconciliations

Excel

Word

Access

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Associate for a temporary opportunity in Elizabeth, NJ. This role focuses on cash application, payment posting, and account reconciliations, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and customer service.

The position requires attention to detail and solid Excel skills, and offers on-site work with competitive hourly pay in the Elizabeth area.