AR Specialist: Collections, Reconciliations & Cash Flow

Jobot Consulting; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot Consulting in California is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage customer accounts from invoicing through payment. The role focuses on collections, cash posting, and timely cash flow in a fast-paced environment with hands-on accountability in operations and customer service.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in AR or related accounting, strong Excel and ERP skills, and the ability to work independently while partnering with internal teams to resolve issues and improve

Qualifications

• 3+ years of AR, collections, or related accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of AR processes, cash applications, and reconciliations.
• Experience managing aging reports and collections activities.
• Ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP/accounting systems.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer accounts and maintain accurate accounts receivable records.
• Monitor aging reports and proactively follow up on past-due balances.
• Perform collections activities through phone, email, and outreach.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies, deductions, short pays, and billing disputes.
• Apply customer payments and ensure accurate cash posting.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate outstanding balances.
• Partner with internal teams to resolve invoicing and payment issues.
• Assist with month-end accounts receivable close activities.
• Maintain detailed documentation of collection efforts and communications.
• Support process improvements to reduce DSO.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Collections

Cash applications

Account reconciliations

Customer service

Multitasking

Independent work

Tools

Excel

ERP/Accounting systems

Job description

Jobot Consulting in California is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage customer accounts from invoicing through payment. The role focuses on collections, cash posting, and timely cash flow in a fast-paced environment with hands-on accountability in operations and customer service.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in AR or related accounting, strong Excel and ERP skills, and the ability to work independently while partnering with internal teams to resolve issues and improve