Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This is a Contract-to-permanent position within a Manufacturing setting, offering an excellent opportunity for growth and development. In this role, you will play a key part in managing payment postings, handling deductions, and overseeing collections to ensure smooth financial operations. Responsibilities: • Process payment postings accurately and efficiently, including handling cash applications and lockbox transactions. • Scan and manage invoices, cash application journals, and follow up on deductions to maintain organized records. • Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, particularly those involving large deductions and major customers. • Collaborate with team members to assist with billing issues, credits, and other account-related concerns. • Work through customer portals to address shortages and ensure timely resolution of account matters. • Handle collections by managing aging reports, following up on deductions, and addressing short payments. • Maintain assigned accounts, focusing on big-box retailers and ensuring their financial transactions are properly managed. • Support daily operations by working with a steady volume of cash applications involving multiple customers and invoices. • Execute tasks with attention to detail and efficiency, contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. If you're interested in this position, please apply and call (423)244-0726. Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience in Accounts Receivable or related financial roles. • Proficiency in posting payments, cash applications, including handling deductions and receipts. • Strong understanding of collections processes, including managing aging reports and resolving short payments. • Familiarity with billing functions and working through customer portals. • Experience with Dynamics or similar financial software is highly preferred. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in managing invoices and financial records. • Ability to work collaboratively with team members and communicate effectively with customers. • Strong problem-solving skills to address complex invoice discrepancies and account issues. ****Must be willing to complete all candidates required to undergo all candidates required to undergo drug screening and Background to be consider for this role. 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) .