Hybrid AR Specialist - Elevate Cash Flow & Collections

Care.com; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Care.com is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support AR/Cash functions, drive timely cash application, and assist month-end close across domestic and international operations. You will monitor aging, perform collections, and help optimize working capital while collaborating with Sales, CS, and Revenue teams to improve billing and experience.

Reqs include a BA/BS in Accounting or Finance and 2–5 years in AR or related roles; strong GAAP knowledge and Excel are essential, with ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable or a related accounting role.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Working knowledge of revenue recognition, collections, and cash flow processes.
• Proficiency with ERP systems; Workday ERP experience is a plus; strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily AR operations across diverse customer types and ensure policy compliance.
• Apply incoming payments (ACH, wires, checks, cards) to accounts accurately.
• Prepare customer invoices and cash sales per contractual terms with proper controls.
• Monitor AR aging, identify delinquencies, and pursue professional collections.
• Upload invoices to third-party portals for seamless payment routing.
• Investigate unapplied cash and coordinate with customers to resolve.
• Collaborate with Sales/CS/Revenue teams to resolve billing disputes and improve experience.
• Prepare AR reports for quarterly reporting and variance analysis.
• Maintain sub-ledgers and perform balance sheet reconciliations; resolve recon items.
• Create manual/system journal entries; provide analyses to AR Manager/Director.
• Support cross-functional teams with accounting and reporting needs.
• Assist audits by providing SOX-compliant documentation and participate in process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Workday

Job description

Care.com is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support AR/Cash functions, drive timely cash application, and assist month-end close across domestic and international operations. You will monitor aging, perform collections, and help optimize working capital while collaborating with Sales, CS, and Revenue teams to improve billing and experience.

Reqs include a BA/BS in Accounting or Finance and 2–5 years in AR or related roles; strong GAAP knowledge and Excel are essential, with ERP