Accounts Receivable Accountant

Robert Half • Beloit, WI • 17h ago

Description

AR Accountant in Beloit, WI. For immediate consideration, contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.

Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Accountant to join a wholesale distribution organization in Beloit, Wisconsin. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate receivables activity, supporting steady cash flow, and resolving payment issues with customers in a timely and detail-focused manner. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work cross-functionally while managing daily accounting tasks with accuracy.

Responsibilities:

Oversee outstanding customer balances by reviewing aging activity, contacting accounts with past-due invoices, and driving prompt payment resolution.

Track promotional programs, rebates, pricing agreements, and approved customer allowances while validating deductions against supporting documentation.

Investigate disputed charges and submit claims related to freight, payment terms, short pays, and other receivable variances to recover funds efficiently.

Partner with internal teams, customers, and external contacts to address account questions, remove barriers to payment, and keep transactions moving smoothly.

Set up new customer records in company accounting and tax-related systems, ensuring documentation is complete and account information is entered correctly.

Process card payments through the authorized online platform and record transactions accurately within financial records.

Review customer account standing and credit thresholds before order release to confirm alignment with established terms.

Enter customer return activity and issue credits accurately, ensuring all adjustments are completed within required timelines.

Prepare daily deposits, apply incoming payments to the correct accounts, and perform routine bank reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.

Provide additional clerical and departmental support as needed to maintain efficient accounts receivable operations.

Requirements - At least 3 years of experience in accounts receivable, collections, or a related accounting support role.

Hands-on experience with cash application, daily receipts processing, and reconciliation of customer payments.

Working knowledge of commercial collections practices and customer account maintenance.

Experience handling credit card payments and ensuring accurate accounting for card transactions.

Ability to reconcile bank activity, research discrepancies, and maintain precise financial records.

Strong organizational skills with careful attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume transactional work.

Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with customers, colleagues, and business partners.

Familiarity with sales tax permits and resale certificate documentation 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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