Accounts Receivable Specialist

Robert Half • Elyria, OH • 3h ago

Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a short-term Contract assignment in Elyria, Ohio. In this onsite role, you will help clean up cash application activity and reconcile a high-volume customer account by reviewing transactions, identifying variances, and supporting accurate account balances. This opportunity is well suited for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who brings strong analytical skills, hands-on NetSuite experience, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Examine account activity for a major customer and perform detailed reconciliations to confirm balances are accurate.

Review posted cash transactions and validate that payments have been applied correctly within the accounts receivable process.

Investigate outstanding items such as unapplied cash, deductions, chargebacks, and other payment-related differences.

Trace transaction history to identify the source of discrepancies and take appropriate steps to resolve them.

Record reconciliation work clearly and maintain organized support files for auditability and team reference.

Use NetSuite to assess customer payment records, account details, and collection activity tied to open items.

Help preserve data accuracy by verifying financial information throughout the cleanup effort.

Provide additional support to the accounting team on billing, cash activity, and related receivables tasks as needed. Requirements - At least 3 years of experience in accounts receivable or a related accounting function.

Demonstrated background in account reconciliation and resolving payment variances.

Practical, hands-on experience using NetSuite is required.

Familiarity with cash application, billing support, and commercial collections processes.

Strong Excel skills with the ability to review and organize detailed financial data.

High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in day-to-day work.

Ability to investigate issues independently and communicate findings clearly.

Experience managing large customer accounts or complex payment activity is preferred.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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