Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Associate

Location: Elizabeth, NJ

Pay: $24.00–$28.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 5 Days On-Site

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Associate for a temporary opportunity with our client in Elizabeth, NJ. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong cash application, payment posting, and account reconciliation experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and post customer payments, including checks, wire transfers, credit cards, and electronic payments.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate payment discrepancies, unapplied cash, and unauthorized deductions.
• Handle inbound and outbound customer calls to resolve billing and payment issues.
• Monitor assigned accounts, follow up on past-due balances, and prepare payment reminders and collection notices.
• Process journal entry offsets, account adjustments, and account cleanups.
• Assist drivers with credit issues and obtain necessary release numbers.
• Review and audit credit and debit memos.
• Maintain customer credit files and supporting financial documentation.
• Generate monthly accounts receivable statements.
• Reconcile daily cash receipts against bank reports and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of accounts receivable experience, or an associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with cash applications, payment posting, and account reconciliations.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills; basic Word and Access knowledge.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is preferred.