Accounts Receivable Specialist

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC is recruiting an Accounts Receivable Specialist in Philadelphia, PA. The role is hybrid and permanent, supporting accounting, billing, and collections teams in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years AR experience, strong Excel skills, and a professional demeanor to deliver accurate payments processing and timely issue resolution.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of Accounts Receivable experience.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with cash applications and payment processing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Professional demeanor and strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process and apply incoming payments accurately and timely.
• Research and resolve unapplied, unidentified, and pending cash transactions.
• Investigate account discrepancies and reconcile payment activity.
• Respond to payment-related inquiries from internal stakeholders.
• Assist with account adjustments, payment reallocations, and write-offs as needed.
• Partner closely with billing and collections teams to ensure account accuracy.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation.
• Prioritize competing deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Provide exceptional internal customer service and support.

Skills

Excel

Cash applications

Payment processing

Communication

Organization

Deadline driven

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Ticketing/workflow systems

Job description

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Position Type: Permanent (Direct Hire)

Beacon Hill is working with a growing professional services organization in the Philadelphia area to identify an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively with accounting, billing, and collections teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and apply incoming payments accurately and timely.
• Research and resolve unapplied, unidentified, and pending cash transactions.
• Investigate account discrepancies and reconcile payment activity.
• Respond to payment-related inquiries from internal stakeholders.
• Assist with account adjustments, payment reallocations, and write-offs as needed.
• Partner closely with billing and collections teams to ensure account accuracy.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation.
• Prioritize competing deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Provide exceptional internal customer service and support.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of Accounts Receivable experience.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with cash applications and payment processing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Professional demeanor and strong problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with accounting or ERP systems.
• Experience working within professional services or corporate accounting environments.
• Exposure to billing and collections processes.
• Experience using ticketing or workflow management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Compensation

Compensation: $26.00 - $33.00 per hour

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Benefits Information

• Medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility.

Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

Company Profile

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future