Strategic B2B AR & Collections Specialist

AcctPositions; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AcctPositions is seeking an experienced B2B Accounts Receivable Specialist in New Jersey to manage the full AR lifecycle, drive collections, resolve disputes, and maintain strong customer relationships.

You will handle invoicing, cash application, aging reports, and credit management for a high‑volume, multi‑region portfolio. Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of AR and commercial collections experience.
• Experience in construction, equipment rental, industrial services or related industry preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong negotiation, communication, analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Invoicing & Billing
• Cash Application
• Collections
• Credit Management
• Aging Reports
• Maintain positive relationships with B2B clients to encourage timely payment
• Manage a high-volume portfolio of customer accounts across multiple regions.
• Perform daily collections through phone calls, emails, and customer follow-up.
• Develop and execute collection strategies to reduce delinquent balances.
• Prioritize high-risk and aging accounts to maximize cash collections.
• Negotiate payment arrangements and repayment plans when appropriate.
• Escalate accounts requiring legal review or additional management attention.
• Investigate and resolve customer disputes by partnering with Billing, Sales, Operations, and Branch Management.
• Reconcile customer accounts, research unapplied cash, short payments, deductions, and payment discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate customer records, payment commitments, and collection documentation.
• Prepare and analyze aging reports and collection metrics to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Collections

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical

Organizational

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AcctPositions is seeking an experienced B2B Accounts Receivable Specialist in New Jersey to manage the full AR lifecycle, drive collections, resolve disputes, and maintain strong customer relationships.

You will handle invoicing, cash application, aging reports, and credit management for a high‑volume, multi‑region portfolio. Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel is required.