Accounts Receivable Specialist- Contract

JMG Security Systems, INC.; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

JMG Security Systems, INC. in Fountain Valley, CA, is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist for a Monday–Friday, on-site contract-to-hire position.

You will process customer payments, apply them accurately, maintain account records, and respond to billing inquiries to support timely cash flow. Key duties include reconciling payments, clearing unapplied cash, conducting collections activities, and communicating with customers by phone and email.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of accounts receivable or related accounting experience.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office; attention to detail.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and apply customer payments by check, ACH, wire, or card.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies and unapplied cash.
• Maintain accurate customer account records and respond to inquiries.
• Assist with collections and maintain positive customer relationships.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure timely billing operations.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Payment Posting

Cash Application

Collections

Customer Service

Account Reconciliation

Microsoft Excel

ERP/Accounting Software

Data Entry

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Office Suite

ERP/Accounting Software

Job description

Position Summary

This is a Monday through Friday contract to hire onsite position. The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for accurately processing and posting customer payments, maintaining customer accounts, providing exceptional customer service regarding billing and payment inquiries, and assisting with collections. This position plays a key role in ensuring the timely resolution of account discrepancies while supporting the company’s accounts receivable operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process and accurately apply customer payments received by check, ACH, wire transfer, and credit card.
• Research, reconcile, and resolve payment discrepancies, unapplied cash, and short payments to maintain accurate customer account balances.
• Maintain accurate customer account records.
• Contact customers by phone and email regarding outstanding invoices and payment status.
• Perform collection activities while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Research and resolve billing issues, deductions, and other account discrepancies.
• Respond promptly and professionally to customer inquiries regarding invoices, account balances, and payment history.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and comply with company policies.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Accounting or a related field (a PLUS)
• Two or more years of experience in accounts receivable, payment posting, or general accounting.
• Experience with collections and customer account management preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with accounting or ERP software preferred.Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion.
• Professional, customer-focused attitude with strong problem-solving skills.

Skills

• Accounts Receivable
• Payment Posting
• Cash Application
• Collections
• Customer Service
• Account Reconciliation
• Microsoft Excel
• ERP/Accounting Software
• Data Entry
• Attention to Detail

Compensation

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience ($23.00- $26.00 per hour)

Work Environment

This position is based in a professional office environment and requires frequent interaction with customers and internal departments. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, customer-focused, and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.