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Robert Half Accounts Receivable Specialist in Houston, Texas
Description
We are currently working with a local Houston company looking to hire Accounts Receivable Specialist in the Ocean Freight industry, on a contract to hire basis. As part of our team, you will be tasked with maintaining financial records, managing customer inquiries, and overseeing customer accounts. This role is set in the industry of freight carriers and requires proficiency in major ERP systems and accounting functions.
Responsibilities:
• Efficiently process customer invoices and manage daily AR imports.
• Establish and manage new customer profiles within the financial system.
• Create, distribute, and post invoices as required.
• Regularly review and update the AR ageing report.
• Run customer statements, reconcile them, and distribute on a weekly basis.
• Respond to customer and internal inquiries in a timely manner.
• Review incoming wires/ACH and assist with the daily cash log.
• Prepare deposits and scan them to the bank.
• Post cash receipts, including any deductions or fees, and apply them appropriately.
• Post agent applications against outstanding invoices.
• Alert other departments about paid AR invoices that have not been posted within accounting.
• Reconcile clearing, agent, and other AR accounts monthly.
• Manage and file all cash receipts.
• Undertake other duties or projects as assigned.
Requirements • A minimum of 3 years of experience in an Accounts Receivable role or similar position
• Proficient in performing Accounting Functions
• Experience in handling Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Familiarity with Billing Functions and Cash Activity
• Competence in using Major ERP Systems
• Ability to work with Freight Carriers and handle Freight Bills
• Experience in preparing and analyzing Aging Reports
• Skilled in Account Reconciliation procedures
• Experience in performing Bank Account Reconciliation
• Capable of carrying out Bank Reconciliations.
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