Accounts Receivable Specialist

American Financial Center Inc

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Sherman Oaks, CA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist

    Location: On-Site Schedule: Part-Time (with potential to transition to Full-Time)

    Job Summary

    We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to support our invoice billing and collections operations. This role is responsible for invoicing, payment application, collections, and account reconciliations, while working closely with clients and their customers to ensure timely payments and accurate records.

    While prior Accounts Receivable or bookkeeping experience is strongly preferred, we are willing to train the right candidate who demonstrates motivation, initiative, and a strong willingness to learn.

    Key Responsibilities

    Generate, review, and submit invoices in accordance with client and invoice requirements

    Accurately post and apply customer payments (ACH, wire, and checks) to open invoices

    Monitor AR aging reports and follow up on past-due accounts

    Communicate with account debtors regarding payment status, discrepancies, and remittances

    Reconcile customer accounts and resolve short pays, chargebacks, and deductions

    Maintain organized documentation for invoices and supporting backup

    Coordinate with underwriting and operations teams regarding account activity

    Assist with reporting and month-end close processes as needed

    Qualifications

    Required: Fluency in spoken and written Spanish and English

    1+ year of Accounts Receivable experience (invoice billing or B2B preferred)

    Strong understanding of billing processes; experience with AR lending or commercial finance is a plus

    Proficient in Microsoft Excel

    Experience using accounting or billing software

    Strong communication, follow-up, and problem-solving skills

    Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities

    Preferred Skills

    Experience working directly with debtors and payment verifications

    Ability to manage multiple client accounts and deadlines simultaneously

    Comfortable handling collections professionally and diplomatically