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Accounts Receivable Specialist (Cash Posting Temp)This temporary Accounts Receivable Specialist role focuses on high-volume cash posting and reconciliation in a newly implemented ERP environment. You will help clear a backlog of unapplied payments, reallocate funds to the correct invoices, and support multiple accounting teams as they transition to a new system. This is a hands-on role suited for a self-starter who enjoys digging into transactional details and resolving discrepancies across branches.ResponsibilitiesPerform daily cash posting activities, ensuring all incoming payments are accurately applied to the correct customer accounts and invoices.Work through a significant backlog of unapplied payments, reallocating over one million dollars in funds to specific invoices, with new transactions added regularly.Handle accounts receivable and accounts payable tasks as needed, moving between AR, AP, credit, and lower-level account reconciliations based on project priorities.Conduct bank reconciliations to ensure cash balances and transactions are accurate and complete.Perform credit card reconciliations, including reconciling company credit card transactions and resolving discrepancies.Assist with reconciliations related to resale certificates and ensure documentation is properly reflected in the accounting records.Support AR write-offs, including specialized write-offs for international entities such as a Mexico-based company, following established policies and procedures.Take on ad hoc accounting and reconciliation projects to reduce workload across multiple teams and improve overall efficiency.Review and interpret lists of transactions, independently determining appropriate posting and reconciliation actions.Analyze payment information across approximately 120 branches nationwide to identify where funds should be posted and resolve misapplied or unapplied payments.Collaborate with accounting and finance team members to clarify payment details, resolve posting issues, and maintain accurate records in the ERP system.Maintain organized and accurate documentation of reconciliations, adjustments, and write-offs for audit and reporting purposes.Essential SkillsDemonstrated cash posting experience, including applying payments to customer accounts and invoices in a high-volume environment.Hands-on experience in accounts receivable processes, including unapplied payment cleanup and AR reconciliations.Experience performing bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies between bank statements and internal records.Background in accounts payable and credit-related tasks, with the ability to move between AR, AP, and credit projects as needed.Prior experience working in any ERP system, with the ability to quickly learn and navigate new platforms such as Profit 21.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, shifting between AR, AP, credit, and reconciliation work based on business needs.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail when reviewing transaction lists and determining appropriate posting actions.Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and figure out how to handle complex or unclear transactions.Capacity to handle large transaction volumes and prioritize work effectively to reduce backlog.Additional Skills & QualificationsBasic Excel skills, including the ability to sort, filter, and organize transaction data for reconciliation and reporting.Experience with reconciliations related to company credit cards and resale certificates.Exposure to international AR processes, including write-offs for entities outside the United States.Comfort working on ad hoc projects and supporting multiple teams by taking on varied accounting tasks.Ability to adapt to a new ERP environment and contribute to process improvements during system implementation.Strong problem-solving skills and persistence in tracking down posting issues across multiple branches.Work EnvironmentThis is a temporary role, initially planned for approximately one month, with a high likelihood of extension due to the recent ERP implementation and ongoing backlog. You will work in an accounting-focused environment that is actively adapting to a new ERP system (Profit 21), supporting multiple teams across about 120 branches nationwide. The pace is fast and project-based, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, independence, and collaboration. You will primarily work with ERP and spreadsheet tools to manage and reconcile large volumes of transactions, and you will be expected to take ownership of your workload and contribute to clearing the backlog of unapplied payments.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Omaha, NE.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Omaha, NE.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.
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omaha, NE, 68102, US
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