Accounts Receivable Specialist

(Manufacturing | Contract-to-Hire)

Pay Rate: $20–$22 per hour

Position Overview

We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist with a minimum of 2 years of experience to support billing, collections, and cash application functions within a manufacturing environment. This contract-to-hire role is ideal for someone who understands the flow of invoices tied to production, equipment sales, and customer accounts, and who thrives in a detail-driven setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain and review customer credit information through phone, email, fax, and written correspondence

• Maintain accurate customer credit files, including resale and tax exemption certificates

• Enter and manage accounts receivable data within the ERP system

• Monitor customer credit standing and assist in maintaining appropriate credit limits

• Respond to customer inquiries related to invoices, statements, shipments, and account balances

• Perform collection follow-ups on overdue balances while maintaining professional customer relationships

• Track open, incomplete, and delinquent accounts and communicate payment expectations

• Apply customer payments accurately and document anticipated payment dates

• Process and verify credit card payments while confirming account and billing details

• Assist with cash receipt application and basic bank reconciliations

• Prepare customer invoices related to manufactured products, equipment sales, and prepayment requirements

• Support month-end close activities, including reporting and closing non-production work orders

• Prepare journal entries and assist with general ledger reconciliations as needed

• Participate in special projects and cross-functional accounting initiatives

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Professional, courteous, and confident approach when working with customers and internal teams

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in financial recordkeeping

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics AX or similar platforms

• Ability to learn proprietary manufacturing and billing systems

• Comfortable using standard office equipment, including computers and 10-key calculators

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• At least 2 years of Accounts Receivable experience, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Equivalent education and experience combinations will be considered

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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