Senior Ar Specialist
Our client is a rapidly growing global manufacturing leader near Hoffman Estates, known for its strong market presence, innovative products, and impressive year-over-year growth. Due to continued expansion, they are seeking a Senior AR Specialist to join their team. This role is ideal for an experienced AR professional looking for a position with ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to support the day-to-day accounts receivable function in a collaborative environment.
Job Description
Senior AR Specialist Responsibilities:
- Manage the full-cycle accounts receivable process, including invoicing, cash application, and account maintenance.
- Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding balances to ensure timely collections.
- Research and resolve customer billing discrepancies, payment issues, and account-related inquiries.
- Reconcile accounts receivable balances and investigate variances as needed.
- Prepare aging reports and provide regular updates on collection activity and account status.
- Process customer credits, deductions, and adjustments while maintaining accurate records.
- Partner with internal departments, including sales, customer service, and accounting, to resolve payment-related matters.
- Assist with month-end close activities, reporting, and account reconciliations related to accounts receivable.
- Maintain customer account files and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Support process improvement initiatives and assist with special projects as assigned.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Senior AR Specialist should have:
- Experience managing accounts receivable records and customer balances.
- Experience preparing invoices and processing incoming payments.
- Ability to reconcile receivables activity and investigate payment differences.
- Experience following up on outstanding invoices and resolving account questions.
- Ability to prepare clear accounts receivable reports.
- Strong attention to detail when reviewing billing and payment information.
What's On Offer
- Salary of $60,000 to $70,000 + holiday/end of year bonus
- 15 days PTO.
- 5% 401k match
- Full Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Hybrid Model (3 days onsite after training)
Interested? Apply today.
Contact Molly Murphy