Accounts Receivable Specialist

CFS; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist in Cleveland, OH. The role focuses on cash application, posting payments, and resolving discrepancies to support the AR function. The position offers exposure to broader accounting operations and a collaborative team environment.

The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years in AR or related roles and be detail-oriented, motivated, and able to meet deadlines in a dynamic setting. Compensation ranges from $60,000 to $70,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounts receivable, cash application, general accounting, or related experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of payment processing, account reconciliation, and receivables management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and data entry functions.

Responsibilities

• Apply and post daily cash receipts, including checks, wire transfers, ACH payments, and credit card transactions.
• Process incoming payments while ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
• Verify, code, and accurately post cash receipts to customer accounts.
• Prepare daily bank deposits and reconcile deposits to the accounting system.
• Generate and distribute daily cash activity reports.
• Research account discrepancies and investigate payment application issues.
• Assist with resolving client billing concerns and payment-related inquiries.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciliations and reporting tasks.
• Maintain accurate financial records, documentation, and supporting files.
• Assist with special projects, process improvement initiatives, and other accounting department needs.
• Provide outstanding internal and external customer service while meeting critical deadlines.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Cash application

General accounting

Excel

Word

Data entry

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Data entry functions

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist

Location: Cleveland, OH

Salary Range: $60,000–$70,000

Position Overview

The Accounts Receivable Specialist will be responsible for managing daily cash application activities, processing client payments, researching account discrepancies, and supporting the overall accounts receivable function. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to expand their receivables expertise while gaining exposure to broader accounting operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and enjoys problem-solving within a dynamic work environment.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join a growing accounting team with opportunities for long-term career development
• Expand your accounts receivable and cash application expertise in a highly visible role
• Diverse responsibilities that combine transaction processing, account research, and client interaction
• Collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas and process improvements
• Stable organization with a strong commitment to employee growth and professional development
• Opportunity to work closely with accounting leadership and support key financial operations

Key Responsibilities

• Apply and post daily cash receipts, including checks, wire transfers, ACH payments, and credit card transactions
• Process incoming payments while ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting procedures
• Verify, code, and accurately post cash receipts to customer accounts
• Prepare daily bank deposits and reconcile deposits to the accounting system
• Generate and distribute daily cash activity reports
• Research account discrepancies and investigate payment application issues
• Assist with resolving client billing concerns and payment-related inquiries
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciliations and reporting tasks
• Maintain accurate financial records, documentation, and supporting files
• Assist with special projects, process improvement initiatives, and other accounting department needs
• Provide outstanding internal and external customer service while meeting critical deadlines

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounts receivable, cash application, general accounting, or related experience preferred
• Strong understanding of payment processing, account reconciliation, and receivables management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and data entry functions

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