Accounts Receivable Specialist
Tampa, FL Direct-Hire $25.00 - $30.00/hr Hybrid

Job Description

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join the team of one of our valued clients and support a high-volume, fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for someone who excels at organization, thrives under pressure, and can manage a large workload with accuracy and efficiency. Experience in manufacturing and familiarity with NetSuite are highly preferred.


Key Responsibilities

Payment Processing (High Volume)

  • Accurately process 350+ payments per week, with particularly heavy volume on Mondays and Fridays.
  • Post customer payments, apply cash, and reconcile discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Ensure payment batches are completed daily and aligned with accounting deadlines.

Accounts Receivable Management

  • Monitor customer accounts for delinquency and aging trends.
  • Conduct regular AR reviews and provide updates to management.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and reporting.

Billing & Invoicing

  • Generate and distribute customer invoices according to internal schedules and customer requirements.
  • Verify pricing, quantities, and terms to ensure invoice accuracy.
  • Resolve billing issues in coordination with sales, customer service, and production teams.

Collections

  • Perform routine collection activities, including follow-up calls, emails, and customer outreach.
  • Work with customers to resolve disputes, short-pays, and outstanding balances.
  • Maintain professional communication while ensuring timely payment.

Daily Operational Tasks

  • Support general accounting and administrative activities.
  • Assist with month-end close tasks related to AR.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to improve workflows and resolve customer account questions.

Required Qualifications

  • 2-3+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, billing, or related accounting functions.
  • Proven ability to handle high-volume payment processing and transaction workloads.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy under time-sensitive conditions.
  • Proficiency with ERP systems; NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
  • Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is a significant plus.
  • Intermediate proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, basic formulas).
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills for internal and external interactions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Reference: JN -032026-417621