Description

Robert Half is offering a contract opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to immediately join a growing company in Fort Worth, TX. The person in this role will be responsible for managing the credit and collections processes of the company, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts while maintaining positive relationships with customers.

Responsibilities:

• Assess the creditworthiness of new and existing customers by analyzing financial information, credit reports, and payment histories.

• Establish and monitor credit limits for customers based on their credit risk and payment history.

• Contact customers via phone, email, or mail to follow up on overdue payments and resolve any payment discrepancies or disputes.

• Negotiate and set up payment plans for customers experiencing financial difficulties to facilitate debt repayment.

• Enforce credit policies and procedures to minimize bad debts and improve cash flow.

• Generate and analyze aging reports, collection reports, and other financial reports to track collections performance and identify trends or issues.

• Maintain regular communication with customers to address inquiries, resolve issues, and provide updates on account statuses.

• Maintain accurate records of all credit and collections activities, including notes on customer interactions, payment agreements, and collections efforts.

• Collaborate with sales, finance, and other departments to address credit-related issues, facilitate account reconciliations, and improve overall collections processes.

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations governing credit and collections practices.

Skills needed for this role include proficiency in Accounting Software Systems, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suites, Accounting Functions, Accounts Receivable (AR), Billing Functions, Check Processing, B2B collections, and Approve Credit.

Requirements • Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suites

• Understanding and experience in Accounting Functions

• Knowledge of Accounts Receivable (AR) procedures

• Experience in Billing Functions

• Ability to perform Check Processing tasks

• Experience in B2B collections

• Ability to approve credit within designated limits

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

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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