Accounts Receivable Specialist

Talentify; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeStream is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist for the Accounting and Finance team in New Bedford, MA. The role focuses on invoicing, aging reports, payment posting, and client communications to ensure accurate billing and timely cash flow.

The ideal candidate has an associate or bachelor's degree, 2+ years in AR, proficiency in QuickBooks or Sage, and experience with nonprofit or healthcare billing. Monday–Friday, 8a-4p, with CORI/fingerprint screening as required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable or general accounting.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Sage, or similar software and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in nonprofit or healthcare billing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue invoices for services rendered, ensuring accuracy and compliance with funding sources and contracts.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Post payments and reconcile accounts in the accounting system.
• Communicate with clients, funding agencies, and internal departments regarding billing inquiries and discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures and financial reporting.
• Maintain organized records of receivables and related documentation.
• Support audits and provide documentation as needed.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

2+ years AR experience

Education

AA/BA Accounting or related

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Job description

An associate's degree preferred, one must have prior experience

Hourly rate starting at $23.75

The schedule is Monday - Friday 8a-4p

LifeStream’s Accounting and Finance Department is looking for a new team member! An exciting opportunity awaits a candidate with the relevant education and experience for an Accounts Receivable Specialist.

Some of the things this person would be responsible for are:

• Prepare and issue invoices for services rendered, ensuring accuracy and compliance with funding sources and contracts.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Post payments and reconcile accounts in the accounting system.
• Communicate with clients, funding agencies, and internal departments regarding billing inquiries and discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures and financial reporting.
• Maintain organized records of receivables and related documentation.
• Support audits and provide documentation as needed.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintenance of an acceptable CORI and fingerprints
• Valid Driver’s license
• Negative drug screen

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable or general accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in nonprofit or healthcare billing is a plus.

Qualifications

Experience

Preferred

Billing or related experience

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