What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Cash Applications Specialist position at Cherry Bekaert?
Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Cash Applications Specialist to support a catch‑up cleanup project within a client’s ERP system. The specialist will be responsible for processing invoices and applying a large volume of backlogged customer payments into the ERP system. Strong cash application experience in any ERP environment is essential.
This is a project‑based role ideal for candidates who enjoy detailed, high‑volume transactional work and bringing order to reconciliations and aging reports.
Key Responsibilities
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This is a project‑based role ideal for candidates who enjoy detailed, high‑volume transactional work and bringing order to reconciliations and aging reports.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply backlogged customer cash payments accurately and efficiently into the ERP system
- Process invoices, credit memos, and payment records to ensure proper application
- Research and resolve unapplied or misapplied cash items
- Match payments to open invoices, remittances, and customer accounts
- Reconcile transactions to bank statements and supporting documentation
- Partner with Accounting/Finance teams to address discrepancies and clearing issues
- Maintain accurate records and documentation throughout the cleanup process
- Meet daily and weekly processing targets to support project timelines
- Proven experience in Accounts Receivable Cash Applications or similar AR roles
- Hands‑on experience processing and applying high‑volume payments
- Strong understanding of AR workflows, invoice matching, and cash reconciliation
- Experience working within an ERP system
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and efficiently in a project‑based environment
- Familiarity with remittance processing, lockbox files, and bank deposits
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