Accounts Receivable Specialist in Long Island, NY

Accounts Receivable Specialist Job Description

Firms look for accounts receivable specialists with strong communication and customer service skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. All candidates should be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and previous experience working with accounting software like QuickBooks and Oracle is preferred. Other requirements include a bachelor’s degree and two to three years of experience in a similar role.

Typical accounts receivable specialist duties:

Generating timely and accurate customer invoices on a monthly basisMaintaining accounts receivable records to ensure aging is up to dateVerifying invoices for appropriate documentation prior to paymentMonitoring incoming payments and ensuring they are applied correctlyReconciling accounts receivable ledger with the general ledgerResolving discrepancies between customer payments and invoicesHandling customer inquiries regarding bills or paymentsAssisting with month-end closing activities such as preparing journal entriesDeveloping reports related to accounts receivable activityWorking with other departments to resolve billing issues or disputesEnsuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to accounts receivable activities

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Salary for Accounts Receivable Specialist in Long Island, NY
58750 - 71250
25th percentile
58750
New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties
50th percentile
65313
Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role
75th percentile
71250
Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available
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