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We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in Metairie, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who excels at managing payment processes, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining strong relationships with clients. The role is essential to ensuring the company’s financial stability and smooth operations.

Responsibilities:

• Process incoming payments accurately and deposit checks into the bank on a daily basis.

• Prepare and distribute customer invoices while applying payments to corresponding accounts.

• Investigate and resolve account discrepancies by recording billbacks and filing claims with insurance companies for lost or damaged goods.

• Assess and collect credit information from potential clients during the onboarding process.

• Collaborate with internal teams such as Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to address customer inquiries effectively.

• Record journal entries, reconcile accounts monthly, and generate reports for financial statement preparation.

• Calculate and process commission payments for sales teams with accuracy.

Requirements • Proven experience in accounts receivable, cash applications, and billing functions.

• Strong understanding of commercial collections processes.

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building client relationships.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines effectively.

• Familiarity with accounting principles and practices.

• Analytical skills to identify and resolve financial discrepancies.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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