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Accounts Receivable Coordinator
Elk Grove Village, IL, US
Accounting / Finance
High School or equivalent
Full Time, Temp to Hire
22-26
Experienced (Non-Manager)
On-site
Transport and Storage - Materials
First Shift (Day)
Elk Grove Village, IL, US
22-26
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Full Time, Temp to Hire
Transport and Storage - Materials
On-site
Accounting / Finance
High School or equivalent
First Shift (Day)
Job details
Job Title: Accounts Receivable Coordinator
Location: 100% On-Site – Elk Grove Village, IL
- Hourly Rate: $22.00 – $26.00 (based on experience and qualifications)
- Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00a- 5:00p
- Duration: Contract to hire
Position Summary
The Accounting Specialist – Accounts Receivable will be responsible for managing all aspects of the accounts receivable process. This includes tracking customer payments, cash application, collections, account reconciliation, credit management, and month-end close activities. The role requires frequent communication with customers and third-party payment vendors. A successful candidate will possess excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and a proactive approach to providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and send invoices to customers.
- Follow up on outstanding payments in a professional and timely manner.
- Maintain effective and cooperative relationships with customers and internal teams.
- Resolve billing discrepancies and customer payment issues.
- Monitor and report on AR aging and collection status.
- Apply customer payments in accounting system and perform bank reconciliations.
- Support the credit approval process for new customers and maintain the AR customer database.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, financial audits, and other projects as needed.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for customer and vendor interaction.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience with AS400 system is a plus.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred.
- 1 ½ –4 + years of accounts receivable experience.
- Experience in the air freight or logistics industry preferred, not required
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