Cash Application Specialist

statesystemsinc; Houston (TX); Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Statesystems Inc is seeking a detail-oriented Cash Application Specialist in Houston to accurately post customer payments from ACH, lockbox, credit cards and remote deposits, and to support AR processes and month-end close.

You will reconcile receipts, apply payments to invoices using remittance details, and collaborate with AR and Billing teams to resolve issues. A high school diploma and 2+ years in cash applications are required; Excel and remittance processing experience preferred.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree in Accounting/Finance preferred.
• 2+ years in cash applications, AR, collections, or related accounting support.
• Strong knowledge of AR processes, reconciliations, debits/credits, and journal entries.
• Proficiency with accounting software, Excel, banking platforms, and remittance processing.
• Detail-oriented with analytical, time-management and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Post customer payments received through ACH, lockbox, credit card, and remote deposit channels.
• Apply payments accurately to customer invoices using remittance details.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies, short payments, overpayments, unapplied cash, and unidentified receipts.
• Reconcile cash receipts with bank activity and internal accounting records.
• Partner with Accounts Receivable and Billing teams to resolve payment application issues.
• Maintain accurate cash application records and support month-end close activities.
• Follow company policies and internal controls for cash application processes.
• Respond to internal and external questions related to payment applications.

Kenntnisse

AR processes

Reconciliations

Journal entries

Account analysis

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Accounting/Finance degree preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Banking platforms

Remittance processing

Jobbeschreibung

Cash Application Specialist

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Job description

Overview

The Cash Application Specialist is responsible for accurately and timely posting customer payments received through multiple channels, including ACH, lockbox, credit cards, and remote deposits. This role ensures proper application of payments to customer accounts, supports reconciliation processes, and helps maintain accurate accounts receivable records.

Responsibilities

• Post customer payments received through ACH, lockbox, credit card, and remote deposit channels
• Apply payments accurately to customer invoices using remittance details
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies, short payments, overpayments, unapplied cash, and unidentified receipts
• Reconcile cash receipts with bank activity and internal accounting records
• Partner with Accounts Receivable and Billing teams to resolve payment application issues
• Maintain accurate cash application records and support month-end close activities
• Follow company policies and internal controls for cash application processes
• Respond to internal and external questions related to payment applications

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of experience in cash applications, accounts receivable, collections, or related accounting support
• Working knowledge of AR processes, reconciliations, debits and credits, journal entries, and account analysis
• Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Excel, banking platforms, and remittance processing
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, time management, and communication skills in a high-volume environment