Accounts Receivable Specialist

Beacon Hill; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist in District of Columbia, USA to manage invoicing, cash applications, collections and account reconciliations while supporting accounts payable tasks.

The role requires 2+ years of relevant experience and strong Excel/ERP skills. You will collaborate with internal departments to resolve billing issues and contribute to month-end close with precise recordkeeping.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts receivable, billing, collections, or related accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience with invoicing, cash applications, collections, and reconciliations.
• Familiarity with accounts payable processes, including invoice processing and vendor payments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and handling financial data.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and timely.
• Process and apply customer payments, including ACH, wire transfers, checks, and electronic payments.
• Monitor outstanding accounts receivable balances and follow up on past-due accounts.
• Perform collection activities and communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, short payments, unapplied cash, and other account issues.
• Perform customer account and general ledger reconciliations.
• Review, code, and process vendor invoices for payment.
• Assist with ACH, check, and other vendor payment processing.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate customer and vendor account information.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with audit requests and provide documentation as needed.
• Work closely with internal departments to resolve billing, payment, and account issues.
• Perform additional accounting duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Billing

Collections

Cash applications

Excel

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Associate degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Accounts Receivable Specialist (F8493627 - IN) District of Columbia, USA

Salary: USD65000 - USD75000 per year

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Position Summary

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing daily accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, cash applications, collections, account reconciliations, and resolution of customer account discrepancies. The position will also assist with accounts payable functions, vendor invoices, payment processing, and other general accounting activities to support accurate and timely financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and timely.
• Process and apply customer payments, including ACH, wire transfers, checks, and electronic payments.
• Monitor outstanding accounts receivable balances and follow up on past-due accounts.
• Perform collection activities and communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, short payments, unapplied cash, and other account issues.
• Perform customer account and general ledger reconciliations.
• Review, code, and process vendor invoices for payment.
• Assist with ACH, check, and other vendor payment processing.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate customer and vendor account information.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with audit requests and provide documentation as needed.
• Work closely with internal departments to resolve billing, payment, and account issues.
• Perform additional accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts receivable, billing, collections, or related accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience with invoicing, cash applications, collections, and account reconciliations.
• Familiarity with accounts payable processes, including invoice processing and vendor payments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including working with spreadsheets and financial data.
• Experience using accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience handling both accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
• Experience supporting month-end close and general ledger reconciliations.
• Experience with high-volume invoicing, cash applications, or payment processing.
• Intermediate Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP.
• Experience in a corporate, private-sector, or nonprofit accounting environment.