Remote Payments & Cash Application Analyst

Clark Associates; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Associates is seeking a Payments Analyst to ensure timely, accurate application of customer payments and reconciliation of cash receipts. You will work with Collections, Treasury, and internal partners to resolve unapplied cash and variances while driving automation and scalable processes for continued growth.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, process improvement, and accurate financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, payments processing, or financial operations.
• Experience with process improvement initiatives and workflow optimization.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, artificial intelligence, and payment processing tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cash Application Management: timely and accurate processing of payments; lead cash application initiatives.
• Variance Resolution: collaborate with customers and teams to resolve variances and trends.
• Customer Experience Enhancement: handle payment interactions professionally, maintain relationships.
• Process Improvement and Optimization: identify bottlenecks and automate payment workflows.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: liaise between AR, Account Management, and Support teams.
• Reporting Tools: develop tracking systems to measure performance and trends.
• System and Workflow Enhancements: scale cash application AI and related workflows.
• Audit and Compliance: ensure adherence to policies and participate in audits.
• General Ledger: work with accounting/treasury for accurate reporting and reconciliations.

Skills

Payments processing

Accounts receivable

Analytical skills

ERP systems

MS Office

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

ERP systems

Payment processing tools

Automation tools

Artificial intelligence systems

Job description

Clark Associates is seeking a Payments Analyst to ensure timely, accurate application of customer payments and reconciliation of cash receipts. You will work with Collections, Treasury, and internal partners to resolve unapplied cash and variances while driving automation and scalable processes for continued growth.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, process improvement, and accurate financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.