AR Specialist

Soni; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Soni's client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist to join their team in Austin, TX. The role focuses on timely collections, resolving customer account issues, evaluating credit risk, and maintaining strong relationships with customers and internal partners.

The ideal candidate brings analytical ability, professional communication, sound judgment, and strong follow-through in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in credit analysis, collections, accounts receivable, or a related financial role.
• Strong proficiency in Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs) and financial analysis.
• Familiarity with financial statements and asset/liability reporting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor open balances, prioritize follow-up actions, and maintain accurate account records.
• Research and resolve past-due balances, billing inquiries, and payment discrepancies.
• Evaluate creditworthiness using payment histories and credit reports.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to resolve account issues.
• Adhere to internal controls and receivables policies.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Credit analysis

Collections

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

ERP system

Job description

Soni's client is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist to join their team. This role is responsible for supporting timely collections, resolving customer account issues, evaluating credit risk, and maintaining strong working relationships with customers and internal partners.

The ideal candidate brings a balance of analytical ability, professional communication, sound judgment, and strong follow-through in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor open balances, prioritize follow-up actions, and maintain accurate, up-to-date account records across assigned customer portfolios.
• Research and resolve past-due balances, billing inquiries, payment discrepancies, disputes, credits, refunds, and account escalations.
• Evaluate customer creditworthiness using payment histories, credit reports, payment terms, and periodic credit limit reviews.
• Partner with customers, internal sales teams, and leadership to resolve account issues while supporting positive business relationships.
• Adhere to internal controls, external compliance requirements, and credit/receivables policies.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in credit analysis, collections, accounts receivable, or a closely related financial role.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Familiarity with analyzing financial statements, bank statements, and asset/liability reports
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically intermediate-to-advanced Excel skills (e.g., PivotTables, VLOOKUPs).
• Ability to leverage financial systems and automation to streamline workflows.
• Experience with enterprise ERP system is a strong plus.