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Robert Half Accounts Receivable Specialist in Tacoma, Washington

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Job Description:

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing the billing and collection functions, ensuring cash flow through efficient and effective operations. The role involves verification and record keeping of incoming cash, client billing, and processing of financial paperwork. Maintaining precise records of all incoming payments, from invoices, credit memos, to payment discrepancies is a primary responsibility.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare, verify, and process invoices for goods or services rendered

  • Enter data into the company’s accounting system regarding payments, transactions, and other financial information

  • Communicate with clients about billing discrepancies and questions

  • Process credit memos and the cancellation of business transactions

  • Maintain and update client information, ensuring accuracy

  • Compile and send out past due notice invoices and monthly statements

  • Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual audits of billings, payments, and discrepancies

  • Bridge the gap between the receivables team and the client to resolve issues quickly

  • Conduct collection calls and customer visits to collect accounts receivables

  • Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status

    Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business discipline

  • Proven work experience in a similar role

  • Proficiency in MS Office, databases, and accounting software

  • Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices, and collection regulations

  • Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • High degree of numerical accuracy and attention to detail

  • Professional certification e.g. CPA or CMA is a plus

  • Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks

  • Capacity to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail.

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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