Accounts Receivable Specialist
Not Disclosed•ContractorOn-site
location_onGrand Central–42nd Street (7), Lexington Avenue, Manhattan Community Board 6, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10035, United States
About the Role
We are seeking an Accounting Associate to join a fast-paced team in Midtown Manhattan, focused on ensuring timely invoicing and client payment collections. This role serves as a critical bridge between financial data and client relationships, handling accounts receivable and payable duties while managing customized Excel reports to meet specific client needs.
In this position, you will review contracts and reports to ensure accurate data entry, investigate held payments, and coordinate the submission of missing records with internal teams. You will be responsible for month-end close tasks for accounts receivable, ensuring revenue is booked according to policy, and managing monthly billing adjustments to resolve discrepancies. A key part of your day will involve identifying and collecting past-due balances while maintaining positive client relationships, as well as supporting budgeting processes and special projects.
Additionally, you will play a mentorship role by conducting monthly training for new staff on accounting functions and submission processes. This is a contract position with a potential to extend, offering a dynamic environment for those with a background in finance or accounting.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Grand Central–42nd Street (7), Lexington Avenue, Manhattan Community Board 6, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10035, United States
New York, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleReview contracts and reports to ensure accurate data entry into the accounting system
- check_circleInvestigate held payments and coordinate submission of missing records with internal teams
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Excel, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Data Entry, Reconciling Accounts, Budgeting.
Education: Bachelor's degree preferred with 3+ years of Finance or Accounting experience.
Frequently asked questions about Accounts Receivable Specialist at Vaco by Highspring
What does a Accounts Receivable Specialist at Vaco by Highspring do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Accounts Receivable Specialist at Vaco by Highspring will review contracts and reports to ensure accurate data entry into the accounting system; investigate held payments and coordinate submission of missing records with internal teams; perform month-end close tasks for a/r and ensure revenue is booked according to policy; and manage monthly billing adjustments and resolve discrepancies or questions.
What are the requirements for this Accounts Receivable Specialist role?expand_more
Vaco by Highspring is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree preferred; 3+ years of Finance or Accounting experience; Experience reconciling accounts; and Experience resolving financial discrepancies.
Where is the Accounts Receivable Specialist role at Vaco by Highspring located?expand_more
Accounts Receivable Specialist at Vaco by Highspring is based in Grand Central–42nd Street (7), Lexington Avenue, Manhattan Community Board 6, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10035, United States. This is a on-site role.