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Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This is a Contract-to-long-term position, offering an excellent opportunity for skill development and potential ongoing placement. The ideal candidate will excel in managing customer accounts, ensuring timely collections, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Responsibilities:

• Manage customer accounts by monitoring and minimizing past-due balances, ensuring timely payments.

• Prepare and analyze aging reports to identify overdue accounts and implement effective collection strategies.

• Handle cash applications, including payments made via cash, checks, and wire transfers.

• Utilize customer payment portals to process transactions efficiently.

• Generate and review 90- to 120-day past-due reports, working diligently to reduce outstanding balances.

• Collaborate with the Accounts Receivable team to meet collection goals and contribute to overall department success.

• Demonstrate clear communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with clients and team members.

• Utilize Excel for basic formulas, spreadsheet creation, and data analysis.

• Learn and operate accounting software systems as required for daily tasks.

• Address customer deductions and resolve discrepancies effectively. Requirements • Proven experience in accounts receivable, including cash applications and collections.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including basic formulas and spreadsheet creation.

• Familiarity with accounting software systems and customer portals.

• Strong analytical skills to review aging reports and identify trends.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and communicate professionally.

• Detail-oriented mindset with excellent organizational skills.

• Bilingual skills are a plus but not mandatory.

• Knowledge of vlookups and pivot tables in Excel is preferred but not required.

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.

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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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