About the Accounts Receivable Specialist Role at Robert Half

Robert Half is seeking a skilled Accounts Receivable Specialist for our dynamic team in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. This full-time position is perfect for finance professionals passionate about managing high-volume collections, ensuring accurate financial records, and driving timely payments. As an essential member of our accounts receivable team, you will oversee the full-cycle AR process, resolve complex disputes, and contribute to process improvements that enhance cash flow and operational efficiency. With a competitive salary around $60,000 and comprehensive benefits, this role offers stability and growth opportunities in a supportive environment. If you excel in analytical thinking, customer-focused communication, and proactive problem-solving, join Robert Half and advance your career in accounts receivable management.

Why This Role Stands Out

In today's fast-paced business landscape, effective accounts receivable management is crucial for financial health. At Robert Half, our AR Specialists play a pivotal role in minimizing Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), reducing delinquency rates, and supporting month-end closings. Located in Tinton Falls, NJ, this position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge tools for cash application, aging analysis, and reporting, while collaborating with sales, customer service, and operations teams. Ideal candidates thrive in high-volume environments, handling outbound collections calls, negotiating payment plans, and identifying trends for process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

Collections & Customer Account Management

Lead high-volume collection efforts through outbound calls, emails, statements, and persistent follow-ups on past-due accounts. Monitor A/R aging reports daily, prioritizing high-risk accounts based on payment trends, amounts owed, and customer history. Deliver detail-oriented, professional communication to resolve payment delays, disputes, and short-pays while maintaining strong customer relationships. Negotiate flexible payment plans with proper documentation and approvals, and escalate chronic delinquencies per established credit procedures.

Cash Application & Reconciliation

Work closely with the cash application team to post customer payments accurately and promptly. Perform detailed reconciliations of customer accounts, investigating unapplied cash and discrepancies. Review remittance advices to ensure they match invoices, preventing future errors and streamlining the AR process.

Billing & Dispute Resolution

Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to address billing issues like pricing errors, missing purchase orders, or delivery problems that hinder payments. Research discrepancies thoroughly, prepare adjustment requests, and manage approval workflows efficiently.

Reporting & Analysis

Generate weekly AR aging reports, cash collection forecasts, and key performance indicators such as DSO, delinquency rates, and at-risk accounts. Analyze trends to pinpoint systemic issues and recommend actionable process improvements. Support month-end activities, including reconciliations and audit-ready documentation.

Process Improvement

Drive AR workflow enhancements through automation initiatives, standardized outreach protocols, and updated documentation. Ensure compliance with credit policies and bolster internal controls to safeguard financial integrity.

Required Qualifications

To succeed as an Accounts Receivable Specialist at Robert Half, candidates should possess 2-5 years of experience in AR/collections, proficiency in ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, and advanced Excel skills for reporting. A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred. Key traits include exceptional organizational skills, analytical mindset, proactive approach to customer management, and the ability to handle high-pressure, high-volume tasks. Strong negotiation abilities, attention to detail, and experience with KPIs like DSO are essential. Knowledge of credit policies, dispute resolution, and cross-functional collaboration is highly valued.

Why Join Us at Robert Half?

Robert Half offers more than just a job; we provide a rewarding career path with professional development opportunities, a collaborative culture, and robust benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401k matching, and generous PTO. Work in the vibrant Tinton Falls, NJ area, enjoying proximity to major hubs while benefiting from a balanced work-life environment. Our commitment to innovation in finance and accounting roles ensures you'll grow alongside industry leaders. Apply today to become part of our team driving financial excellence! (Word count: 812)