AR Collections Specialist

Houston-Livestock-Show-and-Rodeo; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo seeks an Associate in Accounts Receivable to monitor customer accounts, collect overdue payments, apply incoming payments, and resolve billing discrepancies, ensuring AR records are accurate.

You will collaborate with internal departments and customers to provide timely financial reporting, identify process improvements, and maintain compliance, especially during the show's busy season.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; BS/BA preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in collections or accounts receivable or related field.

Responsibilities

• Reach out to past-due accounts via phone, email or mail to request payment.
• Record incoming payments (checks and credit cards).
• Apply lockbox payments to accounts and invoices.
• Maintain and update customer account information; ensure records are current.
• Support credit management and account holds per policies.
• Monitor AR aging; communicate status and collection plans to management.
• Research and reconcile customer accounts; resolve payment discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Committee Members and internal team to resolve issues.
• Work with customers to establish payment plans for overdue balances.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Customer service

Effective communication

Excel

Financial data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BS/BA in Accounting or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo seeks an Associate in Accounts Receivable to monitor customer accounts, collect overdue payments, apply incoming payments, and resolve billing discrepancies, ensuring AR records are accurate.

You will collaborate with internal departments and customers to provide timely financial reporting, identify process improvements, and maintain compliance, especially during the show's busy season.