Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a transport organization in Muskegon, Michigan. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving accounting environment and enjoys combining payment processing, account research, and customer follow-up. The position begins as a fully onsite role and offers a hybrid schedule after conversion to a permanent position, creating a strong path for long-term growth within a collaborative team.
Responsibilities:
Apply customer payments accurately and promptly while keeping cash activity records current and organized.
Review account variances, trace unmatched transactions, and resolve payment issues through detailed analysis.
Partner with internal teams involved in order activity to clarify discrepancies and support timely account resolution.
Oversee an assigned portfolio of customer accounts and monitor aging to help maintain healthy receivable balances.
Conduct consistent commercial collections outreach to secure payment, confirm account status, and reduce overdue balances.
Communicate with customers regarding remittance details, approvals, and expected payment timing to support follow-up efforts.
Balance daily priorities across cash application, billing support, account investigation, and collections activity.
Maintain accurate documentation on outstanding invoices, customer interactions, and account updates for team visibility. Requirements - Previous experience in accounts receivable within a high-volume business environment.
Hands-on ability with cash application, payment posting, and daily cash activity processing.
Background in commercial collections and customer account follow-up.
Skill in identifying discrepancies, researching root causes, and resolving account issues independently.
Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with both customers and internal partners.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
Comfortable working onsite as part of a team-oriented and collaborative office environment.
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