Accounts Receivable Analyst, Robert Half

Robert Half

Location:
United States, Southfield

Category:
Finance

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Job Description:

We are looking for a skilled Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our team in Southfield, Michigan. This position is Contract with the potential to transition to a permanent role and offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to our finance department by analyzing payment discrepancies, ensuring accurate cash application, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.

Job Responsibility:

Analyze unapplied cash and discrepancies in payments, including price and quantity issues, to ensure accurate allocation
Investigate payment exceptions and collaborate with customers and internal teams to resolve issues
Work closely with the Credit and Collections Manager to address and resolve on-account payments
Review customer payment information to refine and enhance the cash application process
Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly dashboard reporting to support financial operations
Identify root causes of recurring errors and propose actionable solutions to mitigate future discrepancies
Perform account reconciliations as needed to ensure proper cash application
Participate in additional projects or tasks as assigned to support the finance department
Utilize advanced tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI to analyze data and generate reports.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or a related field, or a minimum of five years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Power BI experience is a plus
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with various stakeholders
Experience with account reconciliation and problem-solving in financial operations
Familiarity with AS400 operating systems is advantageous
Exceptional critical thinking and analytical abilities to address complex discrepancies
Demonstrated capability to build effective working relationships across teams and departments.

Nice to have:

Power BI experience
Familiarity with AS400 operating systems

What we offer:

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Access to company 401(k) plan
Free online training
Competitive compensation

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 21, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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