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$25.00/hr - $28.00/hr A great UHY client is seeking an
AR Collections Specialist
to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of collections experience, proficient in Microsoft Excel and manufacturing experience. The
AR Collections Specialist
role is an onsite position. This is a temporary, contracted position with the potential for direct hire. AR Collections Specialist Key Responsibilities
Manage collection activities for an assigned portfolio of customer accounts in a professional, efficient, and customer-focused manner. Identify factors contributing to late payments and recommend solutions to management. Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, disputes, and related issues with professionalism. Prepare documentation for new customer setups and credit limit evaluations for management review. Obtain and review credit reports through third‑party credit reporting tools. Collaborate with internal teams to resolve billing issues required to release orders on hold. Research and address customer credit memo inquiries. Process customer payments and refunds in accordance with organizational policies. Support month‑end close activities and assist with preparing financial reports as needed. Review payment remittance details from shared inboxes or payment portals. Access and navigate customer portals to obtain required information or complete necessary tasks. Maintain and update customer account records, including changes to contact or address information. Ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and controls related to accounts receivable. Contribute to continuous improvement efforts for accounts receivable processes. Respond to customer inquiries regarding billing, invoices, and payment status. Prepare documentation related to internal compliance requirements (e.g., SOX controls). Assist with internal and external audits involving accounts receivable. Perform additional duties as assigned by management. AR Collections Specialist Qualifications
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. 5–8 years of collections experience, ideally in a B2B or manufacturing environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office; strong Excel skills (such as VLOOKUP and PivotTables) required. Strong customer service mindset with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships. Effective communication skills for working with both internal teams and external customers. High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Experience using customer accounts payable portals to submit invoices, check payment status, or resolve issues. Understanding of credit principles, creditworthiness, and basic accounting is a plus. Experience with AS400 or similar ERP systems is advantageous. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment with compliance requirements. Strong negotiation and conflict‑resolution skills with a results‑oriented mindset. Ability to balance maintaining positive customer relationships with ensuring timely collections. UHY Advisors' Resource Solutions Group provides clients with accomplished professionals to support finance, accounting, internal audit and tax teams. Whether it is permanent placement, project work, loaned staff support or business process outsourcing— we are ready to meet your needs. Our team has extensive experience with a wide range of clients from middle market, closely held organizations to large Fortune 500 companies. We focus on finance and accounting, internal audit, IT audit and tax. We offer direct, personal involvement from senior practitioners and strive to meet clients' needs rapidly. Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Temporary Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industry: Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at UHY-US by 2x
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$25.00/hr - $28.00/hr A great UHY client is seeking an
AR Collections Specialist
to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of collections experience, proficient in Microsoft Excel and manufacturing experience. The
AR Collections Specialist
role is an onsite position. This is a temporary, contracted position with the potential for direct hire. AR Collections Specialist Key Responsibilities
Manage collection activities for an assigned portfolio of customer accounts in a professional, efficient, and customer-focused manner. Identify factors contributing to late payments and recommend solutions to management. Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, disputes, and related issues with professionalism. Prepare documentation for new customer setups and credit limit evaluations for management review. Obtain and review credit reports through third‑party credit reporting tools. Collaborate with internal teams to resolve billing issues required to release orders on hold. Research and address customer credit memo inquiries. Process customer payments and refunds in accordance with organizational policies. Support month‑end close activities and assist with preparing financial reports as needed. Review payment remittance details from shared inboxes or payment portals. Access and navigate customer portals to obtain required information or complete necessary tasks. Maintain and update customer account records, including changes to contact or address information. Ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and controls related to accounts receivable. Contribute to continuous improvement efforts for accounts receivable processes. Respond to customer inquiries regarding billing, invoices, and payment status. Prepare documentation related to internal compliance requirements (e.g., SOX controls). Assist with internal and external audits involving accounts receivable. Perform additional duties as assigned by management. AR Collections Specialist Qualifications
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. 5–8 years of collections experience, ideally in a B2B or manufacturing environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office; strong Excel skills (such as VLOOKUP and PivotTables) required. Strong customer service mindset with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships. Effective communication skills for working with both internal teams and external customers. High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Experience using customer accounts payable portals to submit invoices, check payment status, or resolve issues. Understanding of credit principles, creditworthiness, and basic accounting is a plus. Experience with AS400 or similar ERP systems is advantageous. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment with compliance requirements. Strong negotiation and conflict‑resolution skills with a results‑oriented mindset. Ability to balance maintaining positive customer relationships with ensuring timely collections. UHY Advisors' Resource Solutions Group provides clients with accomplished professionals to support finance, accounting, internal audit and tax teams. Whether it is permanent placement, project work, loaned staff support or business process outsourcing— we are ready to meet your needs. Our team has extensive experience with a wide range of clients from middle market, closely held organizations to large Fortune 500 companies. We focus on finance and accounting, internal audit, IT audit and tax. We offer direct, personal involvement from senior practitioners and strive to meet clients' needs rapidly. Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Temporary Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industry: Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at UHY-US by 2x
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