Cash Application Specialist: High-Volume AR Impact

The Addison Group; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

The Addison Group in Itasca, IL is seeking a detail‑oriented Cash Application Specialist for a 3‑month contract with potential for conversion. This role sits in a fast‑paced accounts receivable environment and centers on accurate cash posting and timely payments.

You will process payments via ACH, wire, checks, and card transactions, apply to customer accounts, review remittance advice, and reconcile daily cash receipts. Strong Excel and ERP experience are required to succeed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of Cash Application or Accounts Receivable experience.
• Experience processing high volumes of customer payments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of customer payments across multiple methods (ACH, wires, checks, cards).
• Apply payments to customer accounts in the ERP system accurately.
• Review remittance advice and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Research unapplied or unidentified payments and reconcile daily cash receipts.
• Assist with month-end close and daily cash reporting.

Skills

Cash Application

Accounts Receivable

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Addison Group in Itasca, IL is seeking a detail‑oriented Cash Application Specialist for a 3‑month contract with potential for conversion. This role sits in a fast‑paced accounts receivable environment and centers on accurate cash posting and timely payments.

You will process payments via ACH, wire, checks, and card transactions, apply to customer accounts, review remittance advice, and reconcile daily cash receipts. Strong Excel and ERP experience are required to succeed.