Accounts Receivable Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to support a chemicals manufacturing organization in Glen Allen, Virginia. This Long-term Contract position focuses on resolving account discrepancies, maintaining accurate receivables, and partnering with customers and internal teams to improve payment outcomes. The ideal candidate brings strong reconciliation skills, sound accounting judgment, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.Responsibilities:- Investigate complex customer account balances by reviewing records across multiple systems and assembling documentation to support accurate reconciliation.- Partner with internal departments and external customers to identify mismatches, clear outstanding items, and restore account accuracy.- Drive collection efforts on overdue balances by building productive customer relationships and addressing issues that delay payment.- Resolve billing disputes, payment variances, and invoice-related questions while documenting causes and outcomes for follow-up.- Examine purchase orders, contracts, and related agreements to confirm correct billing setup and account configuration.- Contribute recommendations that strengthen receivables processes and reduce recurring reconciliation issues.- Support ongoing account cleanup activities to improve legacy balance accuracy and maintain stable account status over time.- Assess escalated accounts, provide input on collectability concerns, and recommend next steps such as write-offs or further recovery action when appropriate.- Communicate effectively within team-based workflows and provide guidance to colleagues when needed. Requirements - 3-5 years of experience in accounts receivable, account reconciliation, collections, or a closely related finance function.- Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations or comparable accounting software.- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP.- Ability to apply core accounting principles when researching balances and interpreting customer financial information.- Experience handling billing inquiries, rejection reports, and payment discrepancies with a high level of accuracy.- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple account issues independently.- Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with customers and cross-functional internal teams.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) .