Accounts Receivable Specialist

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist in the Southfield area. You will manage customer accounts, apply payments, issue invoices, and monitor aging while supporting cash flow objectives.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, clear communication, and experience in a fast-paced accounting environment. Join a growing organization with comprehensive benefits and a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Accounts Receivable, Billing, Collections, or related accounting experience.
• Strong Excel skills and data analysis ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Process and apply customer payments accurately and timely.
• Generate and distribute invoices and account statements.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on past-due accounts.
• Conduct collection calls and email communications while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies and payment issues.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate outstanding balances.
• Maintain accurate customer account records and documentation.
• Assist with month-end close activities and AR reporting.
• Support cash application and account analysis functions.
• Collaborate with customers, sales teams, and internal departments to resolve account issues.
• Track collection efforts and document customer communications.
• Identify opportunities to improve AR processes and efficiencies.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Prioritization

Independence

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing organization in the Southfield area. This role is responsible for managing customer accounts, processing payments, monitoring outstanding balances, resolving billing issues, and supporting cash flow objectives.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience working in a fast-paced accounting environment. Common responsibilities include collections, cash application, account reconciliation, invoicing, aging analysis, and customer account management.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and apply customer payments accurately and timely

• Generate and distribute invoices and account statements

• Monitor aging reports and follow up on past-due accounts

• Conduct collection calls and email communications while maintaining positive customer relationships

• Research and resolve billing discrepancies and payment issues

• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate outstanding balances

• Maintain accurate customer account records and documentation

• Assist with month-end close activities and AR reporting

• Support cash application and account analysis functions

• Collaborate with customers, sales teams, and internal departments to resolve account issues

• Track collection efforts and document customer communications

• Identify opportunities to improve AR processes and efficiencies

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred

• 2+ years of Accounts Receivable, Billing, Collections, or related accounting experience

• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and cash application

• Experience with account reconciliations and aging reports

• Strong Excel skills, including spreadsheets, formulas, and reporting

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities

• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and work independently

Pay Details: $24.00 to $28.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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