Accounts Receivable Specialist

Element Materials Technology; Blue Ash (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist in Blue Ash, OH, a hybrid role with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote. The temporary position runs through end of 2026 and sponsorship is not available.

You will generate AR aging reports, manage collections, and resolve billing inquiries while collaborating with labs and GMs to optimize cash flow.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a multi-site/location collections role, or 1 year experience with a college degree in accounting or related field.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting accounting documents.
• Excellent communication for internal and external interactions.
• Ability to calculate invoice totals, payment terms, and DSO; apply basic accounting concepts.
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of financial principles.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency with accounting software systems.
• Ability to stay composed under deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel.

Responsibilities

• Generate weekly spreadsheets detailing lab accounts receivable aging.
• Evaluate open accounts to initiate collection efforts.
• Document notes for accounts receivable aging.
• Conduct monthly review calls with labs regarding account statuses.
• Execute collection calls/emails professionally while maintaining customer relationships.
• Distribute client statements and invoices as required.
• Resolve client billing issues and investigate overdue accounts.
• Log disputes in financial systems to ensure prompt resolutions.
• Identify and discuss account-related issues with management.
• Collaborate with labs and General Managers to use aging reports to reduce collections.
• Apply unapplied cash and research to reconcile accounts.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Accounting software

Communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Collections experience

Teamwork

Reading financial documents

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software systems

Job description

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Locations: US-OH-Blue Ash

Overview

Join Element Materials Technology as an Accounts Receivable Specialist and play a key role in supporting our financial operations. In this position, you will partner with laboratories and customers to manage collections, resolve billing inquiries, apply unapplied cash, and help reduce outstanding receivables. If you are detail-oriented, customer-focused, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a hybrid role: 3 days in our Blue Ash location & 2 days remote

This role is temporary until end of year 2026.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Generate weekly spreadsheets detailing lab accounts receivable aging.
• Evaluate open accounts to initiate collection efforts.
• Document concise and pertinent notes for accounts receivable aging.
• Conduct monthly review calls with labs regarding account statuses.
• Execute collection of calls/emails professionally while fostering customer relationships.
• Distribute client statements and invoices as required.
• Resolve client billing issues and investigate all overdue accounts.
• Log disputes into financial systems to ensure prompt resolutions.
• Identify and discuss account-related issues with management.
• Collaborate with labs and General Managers to utilize customer aging reports for reducing collections.
• Apply unapplied cash and conduct necessary research to reconcile accounts

Skills / Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a multi-site/location collections role, or 1 year of experience combined with a college degree, preferably in accounting or a related field.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting accounting-related documents.
• Effective communication skills for both internal (managers, peers, team members) and external (customers) interactions.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as invoice totals, payment terms, and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), and apply basic accounting concepts.
• Strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of financial principles.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency with accounting software systems.
• Ability to remain composed under deadlines and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel.

Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner".

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.