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Job Title: Accounts Receivable/Collections SpecialistJob Description

Join a dynamic team dedicated to supporting the financial operations of a school community. As an Accounts Receivable/Collections Specialist, you will play a crucial role in managing student billing accounts and ensuring the accuracy of financial records.

Responsibilities

+ Administer all aspects of family and student billing accounts for the school.

+ Process and post payments received to accounts using the applicable billing and accounting systems.

+ Reconcile general ledger entries to billing and payment entries and prepare reports needed to complete monthly close.

+ Respond to customer requests for additional information related to accounts, charges, and payments in a prompt and courteous manner.

+ With approval, manage some exceptions to the standard process.

+ Work closely with the team to assure the accuracy of periodic financial reporting of billings and payments.

+ Coordinate with the Development team to ensure the accuracy of recorded donations and pledge payments.

+ Support billing/payment logistics associated with various programs and activities.

+ Prepare annual re-enrollment accounts for new students.

+ Process incoming payments, donations, and reconcile electronic payments.

+ Generate monthly statements in both electronic and paper formats.

+ Communicate with families to collect past due balances and document communications.

+ Notify parties regarding delinquent accounts and initiate collection actions as needed.

+ Sort and file correspondence from families and education consultants.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in accounts receivable and accounting systems.

+ Strong customer service and collections experience.

+ Data entry and invoicing skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Ability to support Payroll & Benefits Coordinator as needed.

+ Experience in answering phones, screening calls, and sorting/distributing mail.

+ Proficient in general clerical duties including filing, photocopying, and faxing.

+ Capability to assist with special projects.

Work Environment

Work in an engaging office environment from 8am-5pm. Enjoy the opportunity to join a team that truly gives back to the school and their community.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pomfret, Connecticut.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pomfret,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.