Accounts Receivable Specialist I

*Position Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist I* *Duration: 6+ Months* *Location: Fully Remote* *Description:* Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word.
Banking Knowledge SAP a plus Accounting experience Responsible for posting cash and performing tasks requiring quick resolution of issues; includes providing account reconciliation and performing payment research.
Responsible for posting cash receipts to open accounts receivable.
Identifies payment discrepancies and initiates dispute resolution process; performs follow up procedures as needed.
Performs in-depth customer payment analysis to properly record actions required to resolve disputed items.
Maintains frequent contact with internal customers in order to address all payment issues.
Assists appropriate personnel in their collection and/or reconciliation efforts for certain national and/or governmental accounts.
Processes adjustments when necessary and forwards accounts to appropriate reimbursement person if payment is denied or paid incorrectly.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Familiarity with credit and collection operations procedures, including reconciliation of A/R activity.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills; attention to detail.
Excellent math skills.
Job Types: Contract, Temporary Pay: $17.
00 - $20.
00 per hour Experience level: * 5 years Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Experience: * Accounting: 3 years (Preferred) * Accounts Receivable Specialist: 5 years (Required) Work Location: Remote