Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist
Job Description
This role focuses on managing the full accounts receivable cycle, including posting customer payments, generating and distributing invoices, monitoring aging, and resolving billing and payment issues. The Accounts Receivable Specialist ensures accurate financial records, supports closing and audit activities, and collaborates closely with internal teams to maintain strong customer relationships and data integrity.
Responsibilities
Post customer payments, including ACH, wire, check, and credit card transactions, accurately and in a timely manner.
Generate and distribute customer invoices in accordance with established billing schedules.
Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up proactively on overdue invoices.
Reconcile customer accounts regularly and resolve discrepancies or payment issues promptly.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all accounts receivable transactions within the AR system.
Prepare and analyze accounts receivable reports, including detailed aging reports, to support decision-making.
Collaborate with internal teams such as sales, operations, and accounting to identify and resolve billing issues.
Assist with month-end close activities by providing accurate AR data, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
Support year-end close processes by preparing AR schedules and responding to information requests.
Provide documentation and account details to support internal and external audit requests.
Maintain customer account information, ensuring data integrity and completeness across systems.
Prioritize and manage multiple accounts receivable tasks to meet deadlines and service expectations.
Essential Skills
1-3 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or accounting roles.
High school diploma.
Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and practices.
Hands-on experience with accounts receivable processes, including collections and cash application.
Proficiency in data entry with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Experience using accounting or ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including use of pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with customers and internal teams.
Strong customer service skills with a professional and solution-oriented approach.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
Experience preparing and analyzing accounts receivable aging reports.
Experience in collections activities and follow-up on overdue accounts.
Experience working in a corporate headquarters or similar professional office environment.
Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records and ensure data integrity.
Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams such as sales, operations, and accounting.
Motivation to grow within a top employer environment and leverage this role as a career-building opportunity.
Work Environment
This position is based in a corporate headquarters office setting, providing a professional and structured work environment. You will work with modern accounting and ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms, and use Microsoft Excel extensively for reporting and analysis. The role involves regular collaboration with colleagues in sales, operations, and accounting, fostering a team-oriented atmosphere and offering an opportunity to build strong internal relationships and gain broad business exposure.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Jacksonville, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Jacksonville,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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® Platinum Award 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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
