Highlights
This is a hands-on role with ownership of the full AR process, offering strong visibility across the organization and the opportunity to directly impact cash flow and financial operations. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys problem-solving, organization, and taking ownership of their work.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Pittsburgh, PA |
| Industry | Financial Services |
| Salary | $50,000–$60,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1994 |
| Website | http://www.cfstaffing.com/ |
Description
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE SPECIALIST
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
$50,000–$60,000
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing and dynamic accounting team. This is a hands-on role with ownership of the full AR process, offering strong visibility across the organization and the opportunity to directly impact cash flow and financial operations.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys problem-solving, organization, and taking ownership of their work.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Accounts Receivable
- The AR Specialist will manage the full AR cycle, including invoicing, collections follow-up, and aging review
- Communicate with customers and internal teams to resolve billing discrepancies and outstanding balances
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account records
Payment Application & Deposit Posting
- Apply incoming payments, including checks, ACH, wires, and credit cards, accurately and timely
- Post daily deposits and maintain proper documentation
- The AR Specialist will research and resolve unapplied or misapplied payments
Bank Reconciliation
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations for multiple accounts
- The AR Specialist will investigate and resolve outstanding reconciling items
- Prepare supporting documentation for month-end close
Reporting & General Accounting
- Generate AR aging and cash receipts reports on a weekly and monthly basis
- Support month-end and year-end close processes related to receivables
- Assist with audit requests and provide required documentation
- Identify opportunities to improve AR processes and efficiency
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Required Qualifications of AR Specialist
- 3+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable or a related accounting role
- Strong proficiency in NetSuite, including payment application, reporting, and customer records
- Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and reconciliation work
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Experience working in a high-volume or multi-entity environment
- Familiarity with electronic payment platforms
- Strong communication skills for interacting with customers and internal teams
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
- Competitive compensation with growth potential
- High-ownership position within a collaborative finance team
- Exposure to systems, reporting, and process improvement initiatives
- Opportunity to build long-term stability within a growing organization
About Company
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.
