Accounts Receivable Specialist

AppleOne Employment Services; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable / Cash Applications Specialist in Horsham, PA. This role involves supporting cash application, account reconciliation, and payment research activities, ideal for analytical candidates who enjoy solving discrepancies.

The position is fully onsite and offers long-term potential for the right candidate. Responsibilities include applying customer payments, investigating discrepancies, and collaborating with teams to resolve billing issues.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, or Collections.
• Experienced in account reconciliations and payment research.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Apply customer payments and ensure accurate posting of cash receipts.
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies and short payments.
• Perform account reconciliations and research outstanding balances.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Cash Applications

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Tools

Accounting Systems

ERP Systems

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable / Cash Applications Specialist to support cash application, account reconciliation, payment research, and customer account resolution activities. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills who enjoys investigating discrepancies, resolving payment issues, and working collaboratively with internal teams and customers.

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term potential for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Apply customer payments and ensure accurate posting of cash receipts
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, short payments, and unapplied cash items
• Perform account reconciliations and research outstanding balances
• Monitor aging reports and assist with collection and payment resolution efforts
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve billing and payment-related issues
• Process account adjustments, credits, refunds, write-offs, and other AR transactions as needed
• Support dispute resolution activities and ensure timely closure of open items
• Review remittance information and ensure proper application of funds
• Maintain accurate documentation of account activity and resolution efforts
• Assist with month-end reporting and AR-related activities
• Communicate professionally with customers and internal stakeholders regarding account inquiries

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, Collections, Accounting, or Finance experience
• Experience with account reconciliations and payment research
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to investigate discrepancies and identify root causes of issues
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with cash applications, unapplied cash, deductions, chargebacks, credits, refunds, or write-offs is preferred

Preferred Experience

• Accounts Receivable Coordinator
• Finance or Accounting Operations experience

This position is fully onsite in Horsham, PA and offers the opportunity to convert to a permanent role based on performance and business needs.