ACCOUNT RECEIVABLE SPECIALIST

By | November 8, 2026

ACCOUNT RECEIVABLE SPECIALIST

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Job ID: 10473868

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ELIZABETH, NJ, US

Office

High School or equivalent

Full Time, Temporary

$24.00 - $28.00 PER HOUR

Experienced (Non-Manager)

On-site

Manufacturing - Other

First Shift (Day)

ELIZABETH, NJ, US

$24.00 - $28.00 PER HOUR

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Full Time, Temporary

Manufacturing - Other

On-site

Office

High School or equivalent

First Shift (Day)

Apply Now Applied

Job details

Accounts Receivable Associate
Location: Elizabeth, NJ
Pay: $24.00–$28.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 5 Days On-Site

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Associate for a temporary opportunity with our client in Elizabeth, NJ. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong cash application, payment posting, and account reconciliation experience.

Responsibilities

  • Receive, review, and post customer payments, including checks, wire transfers, credit cards, and electronic payments.

  • Reconcile customer accounts and investigate payment discrepancies, unapplied cash, and unauthorized deductions.

  • Handle inbound and outbound customer calls to resolve billing and payment issues.

  • Monitor assigned accounts, follow up on past-due balances, and prepare payment reminders and collection notices.

  • Process journal entry offsets, account adjustments, and account cleanups.

  • Assist drivers with credit issues and obtain necessary release numbers.

  • Review and audit credit and debit memos.

  • Maintain customer credit files and supporting financial documentation.

  • Generate monthly accounts receivable statements.

  • Reconcile daily cash receipts against bank reports and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of accounts receivable experience, or an associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • Experience with cash applications, payment posting, and account reconciliations.

  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills; basic Word and Access knowledge.

  • Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent customer service and communication abilities.

  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is preferred.

Interested candidates: Please submit your resume to [email protected] for consideration.

 

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