Cash Applications Specialist

Casella; Town of Halfmoon (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Maternity & Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

401K

Employee Awards

Employee Assistance Plan

Wellness Incentive

Tuition Assistance

Career Pathways

and More.

Job summary

Casella is seeking a detail-oriented Cash Application Specialist in New York (Town of Halfmoon) to accurately apply daily cash receipts to customer accounts and support the accounts receivable function.

The role requires strong data entry, basic accounting knowledge, and solid math and communication skills. You will reconcile cash receipts on a daily/weekly/monthly cadence, resolve payment issues, and collaborate with business teams and Home Office departments to drive accurate financials.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in accounting or related field.
• Accurate data entry skills and exceptional math skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to collaborate on larger teams and manage time with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process customer payments from various sources and prepare cash reports daily.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly reconciliations for all cash receipts.
• Research and resolve customer payment issues and post adjustments as needed.
• Maintain working relationships with business teams and Home Office departments.
• Support special projects and participate in ongoing training.

Education

Associates degree in accounting or related field

Accurate data entry

Exceptional math skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Accounts Receivable software

Job description

Position Summary

The Cash Application Specialist is responsible for the accounts receivable process with the primary function of daily application of cash receipts to the correct customer account.

Hiring Range: $19.50 - $21.50 per hour based on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Processes customer payments received from various payment sources and prepare necessary cash reports on a daily basis.
• Completes daily, weekly and monthly reconciliations for all cash receipts to the Accounts Receivable and General Ledger systems.
• Supports other team members in effective completion of tasks.
• Researches and resolves customer payment issues and processes any necessary posting adjustments in a timely manner; follows up with customers or team members.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with business teams across the organization along with Home Office departments
• Maintains cash applications data according to established records retention policies.
• Participates in the completion of special projects.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

Our ideal candidate is a motivated problem-solver with a keen eye for detail and sound knowledge of basic accounting techniques, who can collaborate effectively on larger teams and manage time amid multiple deadlines. An associates degree in accounting or related equivalent education, training and experience, along with accurate data entry skills and exceptional math skills are desired. Outstanding written and verbal communication and listening skills are also required.

Attributes

Analytical, team-oriented individual who is a hard worker, trustworthy, adaptable and results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information .

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Maternity & Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discounted Stock Program
• 401K
• Employee Awards
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Wellness Incentive
• Tuition Assistance
• Career Pathways
• and More.