Ledgent Finance & Accounting is partnering with a well-established manufacturing and distribution company in the Clearwater/Feather Sound area to identify an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist for a direct hire opportunity.

This is a highly visible role that works closely with executive leadership and offers the opportunity to take ownership of customer billing, collections, credit analysis, customer portal management, and compliance-related processes. The company is growing, and this position offers a clear path toward future advancement into an Accounts Receivable Manager role.

Key Responsibilities

• Support executive leadership with customer credit evaluations by reviewing commercial credit reports and assessing domestic and international trade risk.
• Manage customer portals, including invoice submissions, payment tracking, compliance requests, and troubleshooting portal-related issues.
• Maintain and validate resale certificates and sales tax exemption documentation.
• Assist with tariff-related accounting and compliance activities.
• Generate and process customer invoices while ensuring billing accuracy and timely delivery.
• Process virtual credit card payments, merchant transactions, and cash applications.
• Conduct collections activities and proactively follow up on outstanding balances.
• Communicate directly with customers regarding billing questions, payment status, and compliance requirements.
• Support process improvements and reporting initiatives to enhance overall AR efficiency and cash flow management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Experience in Accounts Receivable, billing, collections, or credit administration.
• Background supporting B2B customers in a manufacturing, distribution, or product-based environment is highly preferred.
• Experience managing customer portals and electronic invoicing platforms.
• Knowledge of resale certificates, sales tax exemptions, and compliance documentation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers and executive leadership.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.