We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join the accounting team of a well-established, family-owned food manufacturing company in the Greater Boston area. This is an excellent opportunity for an AR professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and has strong experience with Sage 500.

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounts receivable, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills when working with both internal teams and external customers and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

Manage daily Accounts Receivable activities and maintain accurate customer accounts
Process and post customer payments accurately and in a timely manner
Prepare and issue customer invoices and account statements
Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on past-due accounts
Perform account reconciliations and research discrepancies
Investigate and resolve billing and payment issues
Apply cash and maintain accurate payment records
Communicate with customers and internal departments regarding account balances, invoices, and payment issues
Work closely with vendors, team members, and other departments to resolve accounting-related questions
Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
Assist with month-end close and other accounting processes as needed
Generate and maintain AR reports and account documentation
Utilize Sage 500 for daily accounting and AR functions
Support the accounting team with additional projects and responsibilities as needed

Requirements

Qualifications

2–3+ years of Accounts Receivable experience
Hands-on Sage 500 experience is highly preferred
Strong understanding of AR processes, including invoicing, cash application, collections, and reconciliations
Excellent internal and external communication skills
Ability to communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and internal team members
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to research and resolve account discrepancies
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
Ability to work independently while also being a collaborative member of the accounting team
Manufacturing, food production, or other industry experience is a plus

Compétences requises

Accounts Receivable managementInvoicing and issuing customer statementsCash applicationCollections and past-due account follow-upAccount reconciliationBilling and payment issue investigation and resolutionAR reporting and account documentation generationSage 500 (hands-on experience)Microsoft ExcelExternal customer communicationInternal stakeholder and cross-department collaborationFinancial recordkeeping and supporting documentation maintenanceMonth-end close supportAttention to detail and accuracyTime management and organizational skills

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