Accounts Receivable Specialist

Randstad USA; Framingham (MA); Hybrid; USD 63,735,000 - 83,441,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA in Framingham, MA is seeking an Accounts Receivable & Deductions Specialist for a hybrid, full-time role. You will oversee deductions management, collections and cash application for major retail accounts, and work with Logistics, Sales and Finance to resolve pricing disputes and maintain open AR.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of AR or Finance experience (2–5+ years preferred), ERP exposure (SAP ECC), and strong Excel and Power BI skills.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in Accounts Receivable or Finance is required; 2–5+ years strongly preferred.
• Experience with deductions, disputes, and cash application.
• Ability to work hybrid schedule in Framingham, MA.

Responsibilities

• Investigate deductions and disputes from major retail accounts; gather supporting documents and process chargebacks.
• Collaborate with Logistics, Sales leadership, and Finance to resolve pricing discrepancies and finalize dispute settlements.
• Monitor statements, past-due balances, check payments, and remittances to ensure timely cash application and portfolio collection.
• Prepare AR reports and present account challenges and metrics to sales and finance leadership.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Analytical thinking

Communication

ERP systems

Power BI

Excel

Tools

SAP ECC

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Position Title: Accounts Receivable & Deductions Specialist

Pay Range: $22.28 – $29.12 per hour (DOE)

Work Location: Framingham, MA (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time / initial 3-month Contract

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accounts Receivable & Deductions Specialist based in the Framingham, MA area for a hybrid opportunity. In this role, you will oversee core AR functions—including deduction management, collections, and cash application. You will work closely with major retail accounts and collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (Logistics, Sales, and Finance) to resolve pricing disputes, manage past-due balances, and keep open AR clean.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deductions & Disputes: Investigate deductions and disputes from major tier-1 retail accounts (e.g., Amazon, Walmart, Target, Costco); gather supporting documentation to verify validity and process chargebacks.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Logistics, Sales leadership (VPs), and Finance to resolve pricing discrepancies, obtain missing documentation, and finalize dispute settlements.
• Collections & Cash Application: Monitor account statements, past-due balances, check payments, and remittances to ensure timely cash application and portfolio collection.
• AR Reporting: Prepare reports and present account challenges, open AR status, and key metrics to internal sales and finance leadership.

Candidate Profile & Required Skills

• Work Location: Ability to work on-site in Framingham, MA on a hybrid schedule.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in Accounts Receivable or Finance (2–5+ years strongly preferred). Background in Finance or Accounting is ideal.

Technical Skills:

• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP ECC preferred).
• Proficiency with Power BI (navigating dashboards, filters, and slicers).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, data structuring, and lookup functions).

Core Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on root-cause deduction resolution.
• Assertive, professional written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively across multiple time zones.