Accounts Receivable Specialist

DescriptionWe are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support a manufacturing organization in Fort Collins, Colorado through accurate billing, payment application, and account follow-up. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong attention to detail and can keep receivables organized, current, and well documented. The position works across internal departments and customer contacts to address billing questions, maintain reliable records, and help keep cash flow activities on schedule.Responsibilities:- Create and distribute customer invoices with a high level of accuracy and within established timelines.- Record incoming payments and apply cash receipts correctly across checks, wire transactions, credit card payments, and other remittance methods.- Review open receivables regularly and contact customers regarding past-due balances to support timely collection efforts.- Reconcile accounts receivable activity to confirm payments, credits, and outstanding items are properly reflected in the ledger.- Research billing or payment inconsistencies and work with internal teams and customers to bring accounts into balance.- Maintain organized customer account files and ensure supporting documentation is complete and up to date.- Prepare reporting such as aging analysis, cash application summaries, and other accounts receivable updates for leadership review.- Contribute to month-end activities by assisting with reconciliations, close support, and audit-related documentation.- Partner with sales, customer service, and accounting staff to resolve invoicing concerns and improve the overall billing process.- Identify opportunities to strengthen invoicing, collections, and cash application workflows through process improvements.Requirements - Experience handling accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, payment posting, and account reconciliation.- Working knowledge of cash application processes and accurate cash posting across multiple payment types.- Background in commercial collections with the ability to communicate professionally regarding outstanding balances.- Familiarity with billing functions and maintaining precise financial records in a deadline-driven environment.- Ability to investigate discrepancies, analyze account activity, and resolve issues efficiently.- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills for managing customer records and supporting documentation.- Proficiency collaborating with cross-functional teams to address account questions and billing concerns.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.2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .