Accounts Receivables and Credit Specialist

Professional Search Group - OC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an Accounts Receivable & Credit Specialist in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate will manage billing, collections, and credit review activities, ensuring timely payments and maintaining professional client relationships. Strong proficiency in MS Office and experience with high-volume invoices are essential. This is a temporary position in the accounting/auditing field within the Packaging and Containers Manufacturing industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts receivable, collections, or credit functions.
• Experience managing high-volume invoices and working with B2B clients.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Generate invoices and payment reminders for clients.
• Manage accounts receivable and high-volume invoice processing.
• Investigate historical account activity to resolve debts and billing discrepancies.

Skills

Accounts receivable management

Billing and collections

Credit risk assessment

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

MS Office (especially Excel)

Accounting software

Job description

Accounts Receivables and Credit Specialist

Overview

Professional Search Group - OC is sourcing an Accounts Receivable & Credit Specialist to manage client billing, collections, and credit review activities for a growing organization. This role requires strong attention to detail, experience managing high-volume invoices, and the ability to maintain professional relationships with clients while ensuring timely payments.

Compensation

Base pay range: $28.00/hr - $32.00/hr

Key Responsibilities

• Generate invoices and payment reminders for clients.
• Manage accounts receivable and high-volume invoice processing.
• Monitor assigned accounts daily and identify outstanding receivables.
• Investigate historical account activity to resolve debts, billing discrepancies, and credit issues.
• Take proactive steps to encourage timely payments, including contacting clients and negotiating payment plans when necessary.
• Perform credit evaluations and support risk management decisions.
• Apply customer payments, perform daily cash applications, and reconcile accounts.
• Verify wire receipts and coordinate with internal teams for timely resolution.
• Respond to customer inquiries professionally and promptly.
• Maintain accurate records of account status, collection activities, and credit notes.
• Prepare and present reports on receivables, collections, and credit performance.
• Support other AR, collections, or credit-related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts receivable, collections, or credit functions.
• Experience managing high-volume invoices and working with B2B clients.
• Knowledge of collection techniques and credit risk assessment.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel; experience with accounting software preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred, but not required.

Employment Type

• Temporary

Job Function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing