Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist


We're partnering with a growing manufacturing client in the Farmington Valley area to hire a full-time, onsite Accounts Receivable Specialist. This is a hands-on role where you'll take full ownership of the AR function, working directly with leadership and supporting multiple locations. If you're detail-oriented, highly organized, and excel at managing full-cycle AR, this could be the opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Manage the full accounts receivable cycle, including cash application, collections, credit review, and customer setup
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  Maintain and reconcile daily trial balances; ensure alignment with the general ledger
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  Oversee a portfolio of ~220 clients and 800-1,000 open invoices
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  Process a high volume of payments (checks, ACH, and lockbox) and monitor for timely posting
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  Coordinate with internal teams (Sales, Logistics, Customer Service) regarding order holds, credit limits, and account status
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  Evaluate new customer credit and gather trade references
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  Monitor lockbox activity and ensure time-sensitive credit decisions are made promptly
  
  

Qualifications:

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  Full-cycle accounts receivable experience is required
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  Strong understanding of trial balance reconciliation and general accounting principles
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  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, spreadsheets, reports)
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  Experience with ERP systems; Great Plains/Dynamix preferred
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  Excellent communication and organizational skills
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  Ability to work onsite, Monday through Friday
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  Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently
  
  

Why Apply?

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  High-impact, visible role supporting multiple locations
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  Opportunity to work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams
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  Stable and growing manufacturing environment
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  Be the go-to AR expert and own the process from start to finish

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.