Ref ID: 02000-0011748306Classification: Accounts Receivable ClerkCompensation: $40000.00 to $44000.00 yearlyRobert Half's Accounting Operations Division is looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist in Baltimore, MD. SUMMARY:The Accounts Receivable Specialist will support the daily accounts receivable operations of the accounting department to include customer account monitoring, payment processing, cash applications, collections, credit analysis, and discrepancy resolution. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Manage and maintain the AR inquiry inbox to including reviewing, prioritizing, and responding to a high volume of emails in a timely manner. * Manage accounts receivable and cash application processing for a portfolio of customer accounts to include credit card, wire, and ACH transactions, lock box management, and miscellaneous checks. * Enter, post, and reconcile incoming cash receipts. * Review AR aging reports to determine collections efforts to be taken on past due accounts. * Manage all new vendor account setup requests including conducting credit references and analysis. * Review account payment history to approve and release credit holds. * Research and resolve any customer account issues including disputed balances, under/over payments, billing discrepancies etc. * Reconcile, apply, and process account credits or refunds to customers. * Maintain all account documentation including account updates/activity, statuses, contract terms, credit notes, and correspondence. * Work closely with the operations team to research and resolve customer requests ad account related issues * Collaborate with management in identifying areas of opportunity to improve processes and create efficiencies within the department. * Perform additional responsibilities as assigned. Job Requirements: * Recent college graduate with an accounting degree and 6+ months of work experience who is looking to gain hands on experience within AR/Collections OR 2+ years experience handling a high-volume AR, collections, and cash applications experience; credit and billing exposure is a plus. * High school diploma required; Associates/Bachelors Degree is a plus. * Strong technical skills, database/document/account management experience, and the proven ability to learn new systems quickly. * Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including the ability to perform pivot tables, formulas, and V-LOOKUPS in Excel. * Strong verbal and written communication skills, follow up, researching experience, and ability to handle confidential information. * Customer service oriented with a strong sense of professionalism and business acumen. * Resourceful with a strong attention to detail, level of accuracy and organizational skills. * Strong time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize competing tasks in a fast-paced environment. * Not easily overwhelmed with the ability to operate with a sense of urgency to meet deadlines. * Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze transactions, drive solutions, and effectively problem-solve. * Self-motivated with a team player mentality and positive attitude. * Must be able to pass a background and credit check. Company offers a competitive benefits package, discretionary bonus (based on company performance), great company culture and team environment, work-life balance with hours M-F, 8-5PM either in a remote capacity or hybrid work schedule during COVID. Qualified candidates should apply directly and connect with Brittany Clark on LinkedIn. Be sure to reference the position and include both your updated resume and salary requirements.Robert Half Finance & Accounting matches skilled professionals with remote or on-site jobs in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, audit, taxation and more on a full-time basis. Our experienced staffing professionals can promote you to employers and advocate on your behalf. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. For more opportunities, get the Robert Half app and receive instant notifications when our AI matches your skills and experience with jobs. When you work with us, you're working with the best. Robert Half has been recognized as one of FORTUNE's "Most Admired Companies" every year since 1998 and was No. 1 on Forbes' annual ranking of America's Best Professional Recruiting Firms. Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5461. All applicants applying for US job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. (C) 2020 Robert Half Finance & Accounting. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (www.roberthalf.com/terms-of-use).