Description We are looking for a meticulous Accounting Assistant to join our team in Avon, Massachusetts. This Contract-to-Permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the accounts receivable process by ensuring accurate recording and reconciliation of customer payments. The role requires working on-site Monday through Friday, with a consistent schedule of 40 hours per week. Responsibilities: • Record and post customer payments accurately, including cash, checks, and credit card transactions. • Verify and enter revenues from lockbox deposits and local bank transactions to maintain up-to-date records. • Update accounts receivable balances by calculating and reconciling unpaid invoices. • Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy across financial records. • Assist with billing processes and ensure timely issuance of invoices. • Handle cash applications and ensure proper allocation of payments. • Conduct collections activities for overdue accounts in a precise and respectful manner. • Utilize financial software such as Microsoft Excel, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP to manage accounts efficiently. • Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies and improve workflow processes. • Maintain organized and accurate documentation for auditing purposes. Requirements • Proven experience in accounts receivable or a related accounting role. • Proficiency in financial tools such as Microsoft Excel, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP. • Strong knowledge of billing processes and account reconciliation. • Familiarity with cash applications and collections activities. • Ability to handle commercial collections professionally and effectively. • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. • Strong communication skills to interact with clients and internal teams. • Ability to work on-site, Monday through Friday. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .