Accounts Receivable Specialist

Grayson Search Partners; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Bolingbrook, IL is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage cash applications and B2B collections. This full-time role offers a stable work environment with a collaborative accounting team and strong opportunities for career growth. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in accounts receivable, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel and accounting systems. Join us to further your accounting career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Accounts Receivable experience, particularly in cash applications or collections.
• Experience in managing B2B collections and customer account follow-ups.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Post and apply daily cash receipts to customer accounts accurately.
• Manage B2B collections and follow up on past due balances with customers.
• Research and resolve customer deductions and payment discrepancies.
• Process credit and debit memos as necessary.
• Maintain organized records of daily cash receipts and customer payment activity.
• Respond to inquiries regarding account status from customers and sales teams.
• Prepare month-end binders and supporting documentation.
• Perform month-end reconciliations and assist with closing processes.
• Generate month-end schedules and reports for internal review.
• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable when needed.
• Assist with special projects and process improvements.

Skills

Accounts Receivable experience

B2B collections

Attention to detail

Professional communication skills

Excel and accounting/ERP systems

Job description

Accounts Receivable Specialist (Cash Applications & B2B Collections)

💰 Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 (based on experience)

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in Bolingbrook, IL. This is a full-time, direct-hire opportunity offering a stable work environment, a collaborative accounting team, and strong opportunities for growth within the company.

This role will focus on cash applications, B2B collections, and month-end accounting support, working closely with customers, sales teams, and internal departments to maintain accurate account balances and ensure timely payments.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately and timely post and apply daily cash receipts to customer accounts
• Manage business-to-business (B2B) collections, following up on past due balances with customers
• Research and resolve customer deductions and payment discrepancies
• Process credit memos, debit memos, and RMAs as necessary
• Maintain organized records of daily cash receipts and customer payment activity
• Respond to customer service and sales team inquiries regarding account status
• Prepare and maintain month-end binders and supporting documentation
• Perform month-end reconciliations and assist with closing processes
• Generate month-end schedules and reports for internal review
• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable when needed
• Assist with special projects and process improvements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Accounts Receivable experience, including cash applications or collections
• Experience handling B2B collections and customer account follow-ups
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers and internal teams
• Experience with Excel and accounting/ERP systems preferred

Why Join Us?

• $55K–$60K salary depending on experience
• Collaborative accounting team
• Opportunity to grow into broader accounting responsibilities

If you're looking for a role where you can build your accounting career and gain exposure across AR and AP functions, we’d love to hear from you.