Accounts Receivable Specialist

Aston Carter • Hammond, IN • 1h ago

Job Title: Accounts Receivable SpecialistJob Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate processing of financial transactions and maintaining positive customer relationships. You will work closely with the Accounting Manager and other internal teams to manage daily cash applications and customer accounts with precision.

Responsibilities

Process daily cash applications, including ACH payments, credit card transactions, and check deposits.

Record and reconcile daily ACH activity with a high level of accuracy.

Scan, deposit, and record customer checks in a timely manner.

Process customer payments via ACH and credit card.

Review and set up new customer accounts.

Review accounts receivable aging reports and follow up with customers as needed.

Monitor and respond to AR-related email requests.

Maintain and update customer account information to ensure accuracy.

Assist the Accounting Manager with additional accounts receivable tasks as needed.

Essential Skills

Minimum of 2 years of accounting or accounts receivable experience.

Proven ability to accurately apply ACH, check, and credit card payments.

Comfortable handling daily transactional volume.

Ability to reconcile payments to invoices and customer accounts.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with Quickbooks, Canopy, fixed asset management, loan statements, and ERP systems.

Proven experience with high-volume cash application processing.

Knowledge of basic cash controls and timeliness requirements.

Ability to write clear, professional AR emails.

Work Environment

Join a growing company with a family feel and a supportive work culture. Work in a brand new state-of-the-art building alongside a 6-person accounting team. The role is onsite, 5 days a week, with flexible working hours between 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (alternative schedules such as 7:30 am to 3:30 pm or 9 am to 5 pm are possible). Enjoy a laid-back management style with a CFO who has an open-door policy and is a great mentor, providing room for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hammond, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hammond,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

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