AR Specialist - Data-Driven Collections (Hybrid)

Seattle Search Group; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Profit sharing

Generous 401(k) employer contribution

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Long-term career growth

Job summary

Seattle Search Group, a national professional services firm, seeks an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join its Accounting & Finance team in Los Angeles. You will manage client receivables, monitor collections, and provide reporting on cash flow.

Ideal candidates communicate professionally with clients, analyze aging trends, resolve payment issues, and collaborate with internal teams to reduce outstanding balances and improve collections performance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Accounts Receivable and commercial collections experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing customer relationships while collecting balances.
• Ability to interpret aging reports and collection metrics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of client accounts and outstanding receivables.
• Perform proactive collections while maintaining positive client relationships.
• Contact clients regarding outstanding invoices via phone and email.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies and payment issues.
• Monitor aging reports and identify collection trends.
• Prepare reports and provide collection analytics to internal stakeholders.
• Apply incoming payments accurately within the accounting system.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate outstanding balances.
• Collaborate with accounting, billing, and operations teams to resolve client issues.
• Recommend process improvements that enhance collections and cash flow.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Analytical thinking

Client relationships

Communication skills

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Seattle Search Group, a national professional services firm, seeks an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join its Accounting & Finance team in Los Angeles. You will manage client receivables, monitor collections, and provide reporting on cash flow.

Ideal candidates communicate professionally with clients, analyze aging trends, resolve payment issues, and collaborate with internal teams to reduce outstanding balances and improve collections performance.