Accounts Receivable Specialist

Employbridge; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency in Georgia is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist to efficiently manage customer accounts and ensure timely cash flow. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, proficiency in accounting software, and a customer service mindset. Responsibilities include managing overdue payments, coordinating with sales, and maintaining positive client relationships. This full-time position offers competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with high-volume billing environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage customer accounts to identify delinquent balances.
• Perform collections activities, including calling and emailing clients regarding overdue invoices.
• Record and document all collection efforts in the accounting system.
• Coordinate with the sales and billing departments to resolve payment discrepancies or disputes.
• Generate aging reports and provide regular updates on collection status.
• Recommend accounts for escalation or write-off when appropriate.
• Process and apply customer payments, ensuring accuracy in ledger postings.
• Support month-end closing and reconciliation of AR accounts.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients while balancing firmness and professionalism in collection activities.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent attention to detail and follow-up ability

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software

Ability to manage multiple accounts and meet deadlines

Customer service mindset with strong negotiation skills

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist to manage customer accounts, monitor outstanding balances, and proactively follow up on overdue payments. This role ensures timely cash flow, accurate recordkeeping, and positive client relationships while maintaining company policies and collection goals.

Base pay range

$42,000.00/yr - $55,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage customer accounts to identify delinquent balances.
• Perform collections activities, including calling and emailing clients regarding overdue invoices.
• Record and document all collection efforts in the accounting system.
• Coordinate with the sales and billing departments to resolve payment discrepancies or disputes.
• Generate aging reports and provide regular updates on collection status.
• Recommend accounts for escalation or write-off when appropriate.
• Process and apply customer payments, ensuring accuracy in ledger postings.
• Support month-end closing and reconciliation of AR accounts.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients while balancing firmness and professionalism in collection activities.

Experience

• Experience with high-volume billing environments is a plus.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and follow-up ability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and meet deadlines.
• Customer service mindset with strong negotiation skills.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and Administrative

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)