Accounts Receivable Specialist – contract to permanent Location: Irvine, CA Industry: Manufacturing / Distribution Type: permanent | On-Site | Contract-to-permanent We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing organization in Irvine, California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of the AR cycle from start to finish. You’ll play a key role in managing customer accounts, ensuring timely payments, and supporting the finance team with accurate and efficient reporting.
Key Responsibilities: Enter and process customer sales orders and invoices using Microsoft Dynamics or NetSuite Review and reconcile billing discrepancies and proactively resolve customer issues Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up with customers regarding past-due balances Manage commercial collections and initiate timely communications to recover outstanding balances Post and apply cash receipts accurately to customer accounts Maintain and update customer credit applications and terms Prepare weekly AR reporting for leadership and assist with audit requests Support month-end close activities related to AR Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to streamline the order-to-cash process
Strong proficiency in account reconciliation, with a sharp eye for detail and accuracy Solid understanding of the Accounts Receivable (AR) lifecycle, including invoicing, aging analysis, and payment tracking Proven billing experience, with the ability to manage high-volume transactions efficiently Hands-on knowledge of cash applications and collections processes, ensuring timely and accurate postings Previous exposure to commercial collections is a strong plus, especially in B2B environments Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs, for financial analysis and reporting Familiarity with Oracle or similar ERP systems for managing large-scale financial data Working knowledge of SAP is highly desirable for managing business operations and customer relationships in a structured environment
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