Cash Application Specialist

Robert Half is looking for a Cash Application Specialist to work with the Accounts Receivable team. The ideal candidate will assist with daily cash application and all other related transactions applicable to the AR/cash receipt function. The primary responsibility is to insure receipts are accurately and timely to applied to customer accounts. This role will also be responsible for customer account reconciliations and assistance with customer inquiries and collections. This is a long-term contract position with a growing company in Arden Hills., * Daily application of customer payments for a multi-entity operation

• Responsible for reconciling daily cash receipts to bank ledger
• Assists the A/R team in resolving all payment discrepancies and unapplied cash
• Responsible for reconciling A/R accounts to ensure outstanding balances are accurate and agree with customer records.
• Responsible for processing customer credit card transactions.
• Ability to work with all other departments in order to answer questions and resolve issues on a timely basis with both internal and external customers while ensuring exceptional customer service.
• Assists other accounting personnel as needed or requested
• Maintains documentation for the A/R function in regards to process changes and customer specific requirements.
• Assists with managing a shared email inbox with the A/R team.
• Completes special projects within timelines when requested or required.

*Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.

• AA or BS/BA in Accounting or related
• 3+ years of cash application or general accounting experience
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and handle multiple tasks
• Ability to easily learn new systems

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