Accounts Receivable Specialist

Insight Global; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist in Chicago to own the end-to-end AR lifecycle, including billing, collections, and cash applications. The role supports dispute resolution and month-end close, ensuring GAAP compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of B2B AR experience, proficiency in Excel and NetSuite, and a track record of reducing DSO while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on, full-cycle B2B accounts receivable experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing high-volume transactional AR environments.
• Proven ability to manage and reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and improve cash collections.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis).
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, specifically revenue recognition, AR, and cash application principles.
• Direct experience using ERP systems, preferably NetSuite.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word, SharePoint).
• Experience supporting month-end close, including reconciliations and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end AR lifecycle including billing and collections.
• Support cash application and reconciliations.
• Lead dispute resolution and payment plan management.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

DSO reduction

GAAP knowledge

High-volume AR

Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP)

Month-end close

Dispute resolution

Payment plan management

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Microsoft 365

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist is responsible for owning the end-to-end accounts receivable lifecycle, including billing, collections, cash application, dispute resolution, and month-end close support. This role plays a critical part in maintaining healthy cash flow, optimizing AR processes, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and brings both transactional expertise and process improvement experience.

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Skills and Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on, full-cycle B2B accounts receivable experience
• Demonstrated experience managing high-volume transactional AR environments
• Proven ability to manage and reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and improve cash collections
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis)
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, specifically revenue recognition, AR, and cash application principles
• Direct experience using ERP systems, preferably NetSuite
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word, SharePoint)
• Experience supporting month-end close, including reconciliations and reporting
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, high transaction volumes, and competing priorities in a fast-paced growth environment
• Strong background in dispute resolution, customer negotiations, and payment plan management