Accounts Receivable Specialist

Randstad USA; Willistown Township (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will post high-volume payments, resolve unapplied cash, and work closely with Sales and Customer Service to keep cash flowing smoothly.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years AR experience, a degree in Accounting or Finance, and strong Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivots). NetSuite experience preferred, with excellent communication and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on AR experience with cash application and reconciliations.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred, but equivalent AR experience welcomed.
• Experience with an ERP system; NetSuite preferred.
• Strong MS Excel proficiency (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
• Excellent written and verbal communication with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end cash application by posting payments (ACH, check, wire, card) within the ERP.
• Research and clear unapplied cash, short payments, deductions, pricing errors, and freight claims.
• Perform routine AR reconciliations and balance subledger to GL during month-end close.
• Review AR aging, contact past-due accounts, and resolve payment disputes.
• Issue credit memos, adjust balances, and maintain audit trails.
• Collaborate with Sales and Customer Service to resolve billing issues.
• Maintain documentation for cash postings and adjustments for audits.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Cash application

Excel

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance or Business

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Ready to skip the slow-moving corporate grind and plug into a rock-solid powerhouse? An established, high-energy manufacturing engine is looking for a curious, sharp-minded Accounts Receivable Specialist who loves cracking cases, asking "why," and digging into the details to solve root-cause discrepancies. If you bring real accounting smarts, electric interpersonal energy, and a knack for keeping customer accounts running like clockwork, this is your zone.

Responsibilites:

• Execute end-to-end cash application by accurately posting high-volume customer ACH, check, wire, and credit card payments within the ERP system (NetSuite preferred).
• Research and clear unapplied cash, short payments, customer deductions, pricing errors, and freight claims in a timely manner.
• Perform routine customer account reconciliations and balance the AR subledger to the general ledger during month-end close.
• Review AR aging reports, contact past-due accounts, and resolve payment disputes to minimize outstanding balances.
• Issue approved credit memos, execute balance adjustments, and maintain full audit trails in accordance with accounting policies.
• Partner directly with Sales and Customer Service to resolve billing issues and improve cash application accuracy.
• Maintain thorough documentation for all cash postings and account adjustments to support internal and external audits.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of hands-on Accounts Receivable experience, with a heavy emphasis on cash application, account reconciliations, and discrepancy resolution.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred, but equivalent hands-on AR experience is fully welcomed.
• Direct experience using an ERP system required; NetSuite experience is strongly preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced MS Excel proficiency (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong problem-solving ability, natural curiosity, and high attention to detail.