Senior AR Specialist

Ppswork; Chagrin Falls (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ppswork in United States, Ohio, seeks a Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist to own billing, cash application, and customer accounts. You'll partner with the accounting team to ensure accuracy and timeliness of AR processes.

The role requires 5+ years AR experience, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of Peachtree/Sage 50. You will help with month-end close, audits, and process improvements in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Accounts Receivable experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and revenue recognition.
• Experience with Peachtree/Sage 50 or similar accounting software.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Team-oriented, positive approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare customer invoices, credit memos, and payments.
• Apply checks, ACH, and wire payments accurately.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Maintain customer account information and assist with new account setup.
• Monitor A/R aging and support collection activities.
• Assist with month-end close, reconciliations, schedules, and journal entries.
• Collaborate with A/P and other internal teams.
• Assist with audits, reporting, and special accounting projects.
• Identify ways to improve processes and increase efficiency.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Excel

Education

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

Tools

Peachtree/Sage 50

Job description

Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist

Are you an experienced Accounts Receivable professional who enjoys keeping billing, cash application, and customer accounts accurate and organized?

We’re looking for a Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a collaborative accounting team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of key A/R functions while working with a variety of billing processes and supporting ongoing process improvements.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Prepare customer invoices, credit memos, and payment transactions
• Apply checks, ACH, and wire payments accurately
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies
• Maintain customer account information and assist with new account setup
• Monitor A/R aging and support collection activities
• Assist with month-end close, reconciliations, schedules, and journal entries
• Work closely with A/P and other internal teams
• Assist with audits, reporting, and special accounting projects
• Identify ways to improve processes and increase efficiency

What You Bring:

• 5+ years of Accounts Receivable experience
• Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and revenue recognition
• Experience with Peachtree/Sage 50 or similar accounting software
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• A team-oriented, positive approach

Additional Experience That’s Valuable:

• General Ledger and month-end close experience
• Process improvement and documentation
• GAAP knowledge
• Project-based or multi-client billing
• Leadership or supervisory experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Why Consider This Opportunity?

You’ll join a team that values accuracy, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement, while gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting and billing functions.

Job Number: 5361