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AR Specialist

Robert Half Accountemps

Vista, CAContract / TemporaryNo compensation foundTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Vista, CA
Schedule
Contract / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

A growing manufacturing and distribution company in Vista seeks an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage customer invoices, cash application, billing, and collections. The role collaborates with Sales, Customer Service, and Accounting to resolve issues, ensure accurate payments, and support month‑end close.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Accounts ReceivableCash ApplicationCustomer Account ReconciliationExcelERPCommunicationCustomer ServiceFollow‑UpProblem‑SolvingManufacturing Experience

Qualifications

2–4 Years Accounts Receivable ExperienceERP ExperienceManufacturing, Distribution, or Wholesale Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Description

Help Keep Cash Flow Moving for a Growing Manufacturing Business

A growing manufacturing and distribution company in Vista is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage customer accounts, cash application, billing, and collections support. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys combining accounting with customer communication. You'll work with Sales, Customer Service, and Accounting to resolve account issues and make sure payments are applied accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

  • Generate and distribute customer invoices

  • Post and apply daily customer payments

  • Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies

  • Monitor aging reports and identify past-due balances

  • Contact customers regarding outstanding invoices

  • Research short pays, deductions, credits, and unapplied cash

  • Process account adjustments and credit memos

  • Maintain accurate customer account records

  • Partner with Sales and Customer Service to resolve billing issues

  • Prepare weekly AR and aging reports

  • Assist with month-end close and account reconciliations

Requirements

  • 2–4 years of Accounts Receivable experience

  • Experience with cash application and customer account reconciliation

  • Strong Excel skills

  • ERP experience preferred

  • Excellent communication and customer service abilities

  • Strong follow-up and problem-solving skills

  • Manufacturing, distribution, or wholesale experience is a plus

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.

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