AR & Collections Specialist - Cash Flow Impact

CFS; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking an Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist to join our team in Illinois. The role focuses on driving collections, resolving account discrepancies, and maintaining accurate aging analyses to improve cash flow.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and leadership to ensure accurate billing and timely payments. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of AR/collections experience, strong Excel and ERP proficiency (NetSuite preferred), and exceptional communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in accounts receivable and collections.
• Experience in B2B collections and aging analysis.
• Strong Excel skills including PivotTables and XLOOKUP.
• Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or related industry preferred.
• Associate degree in Accounting or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage B2B collections activities and customer follow-up.
• Communicate with customers regarding past-due balances via phone and email.
• Research, reconcile, and resolve account discrepancies and payment issues.
• Review aging reports and prioritize collection efforts to improve cash flow.
• Investigate misapplied payments and customer disputes.
• Partner with internal departments to resolve billing and account concerns.
• Maintain accurate account documentation within the ERP system.
• Prepare reporting and analysis to support management and customer reviews.
• Assist with audits of receivable balances and accuracy.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Collections

Excel

Pivot Tables

XLOOKUP

NetSuite

ERP systems

Communication

Prioritization

Independent work

Customer-focused

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

CFS is seeking an Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist to join our team in Illinois. The role focuses on driving collections, resolving account discrepancies, and maintaining accurate aging analyses to improve cash flow.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and leadership to ensure accurate billing and timely payments. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of AR/collections experience, strong Excel and ERP proficiency (NetSuite preferred), and exceptional communication skills.