Accounts Receivable Specialist – Remote (New England) -$30 per hour

Accounts Receivable Specialist – Remote (New England)

FULL TIME ROLE – HOURLY RATE: $30-33 per hour with Benefits 

About the Opportunity

A well-established professional services organization is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to support its finance team. This position plays a key role in cash application, payment research, account reconciliation, and customer account support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Location

Hybrid opportunities available in multiple East Coast locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and apply incoming customer payments accurately and timely.
• Research and resolve unidentified, unapplied, or pending cash receipts.
• Respond to accounts receivable inquiries from internal stakeholders.
• Manage and resolve finance-related service requests through a ticketing system.
• Support account adjustments, write-offs, reversals, and reallocations as needed.
• Partner with collections and accounting teams to ensure proper payment allocation.
• Maintain accuracy and meet established service-level expectations.
• Assist with special projects and other finance-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of Accounts Receivable experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required; additional accounting coursework is a plus.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and accounts receivable processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data entry functions.
• Experience working with ERP, accounting, or financial management software.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with a professional and customer-service-focused approach.

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliability and accountability in managing workload and deadlines.
• A collaborative approach to working across departments.
• The ability to adapt and perform effectively in a dynamic environment.
• A commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.

Work Environment

This role involves a combination of computer-based work, virtual collaboration, and interaction with internal stakeholders. Candidates should be comfortable working independently while contributing to a team-focused environment.