Temporary Accounts Receivable Specialist

Sterling BV, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Foods is seeking a detail-oriented Temporary Accounts Receivable Specialist to support the Finance team for a two-month assignment. The role emphasizes accurate customer accounts, invoicing, and cash application in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in AR, with hands-on invoicing and cash receipts experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently with limited ramp-up time. Potential for permanent employment may exist based on performance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Accounts Receivable experience in a high-volume setting.
• Experience with customer invoicing and/or cash receipts/cash application required.
• Strong Excel and data-entry skills with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate customer accounts and records.
• Prepare and process customer invoices and apply payments.
• Research and resolve account discrepancies and payment issues.
• Reconcile customer accounts and maintain balances.
• Review transactions for accuracy and completeness.
• Enter data and maintain organized financial records.
• Use Excel to track and analyze A/R information.
• Communicate with internal teams and customers to resolve issues.
• Support other Finance activities as needed.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Invoicing

Cash receipts

Data entry

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Temporary Accounts Receivable Specialist

Pay: $21.00–$23.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM; Friday, 7:00 AM–12:00 PM
Assignment: Approximately 2 months, with potential opportunity for permanent employment based on business needs and performance

Position Summary

Sterling Foods is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Temporary Accounts Receivable Specialist to support our Finance team for an approximately two-month assignment. This position will play an important role in maintaining accurate customer accounts and supporting day-to-day Accounts Receivable activities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on Accounts Receivable experience, particularly in customer invoicing and/or cash receipts and cash application. Strong experience in either area is acceptable. This is a great opportunity for someone who can quickly learn processes, work independently, and consistently deliver accurate results.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general Accounts Receivable functions, including maintaining accurate customer accounts and records.

• Prepare and process customer invoices and/or post and apply customer payments.

• Research and resolve account discrepancies, payment issues, and other A/R-related questions.

• Reconcile customer accounts and assist with maintaining accurate account balances.

• Review transactions and documentation for accuracy and completeness.

• Perform data entry and maintain organized financial records.

• Utilize Excel and other systems to track, analyze, and maintain A/R information.

• Communicate professionally with internal departments and customers as needed to research and resolve account issues.

• Support other Finance department activities as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Accounts Receivable experience, preferably in a high-volume environment.

• Experience with customer invoicing and/or cash receipts/cash application is required; strong experience in either area is acceptable.

• Working knowledge of general Accounts Receivable processes, including account reconciliation, payment posting, discrepancy research, and customer account maintenance.

• Strong Microsoft Excel and data-entry skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong organizational skills and follow-through.

• Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to learn processes quickly and contribute effectively with limited ramp-up time.

Temporary Assignment

This position is currently being offered as an approximately two-month temporary assignment. Depending on business needs and individual performance, there may be an opportunity for the position to become permanent; however, permanent employment is not guaranteed.

Why Join Sterling Foods?

Sterling Foods is a San Antonio food manufacturing company with a long history in the community and a team of more than 1,000 employees. We take pride in the products we make, the customers we serve, and-most importantly-the people who make it all possible.