What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable - Cash Applications position at Kforce Inc?
Responsibilities
Kforce's client in the Milwaukee area is looking for an Accounts Receivable Cash Applications Specialist. This role will be responsible for the accurate and timely application of customer payments to open receivables, resolving payment discrepancies, and supporting month-end close. The Specialist partners closely with Collections, Customer Service, and Sales to ensure customer accounts are current and cash is properly recorded in accordance with company policies and internal controls. Responsibilities:
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce's client in the Milwaukee area is looking for an Accounts Receivable Cash Applications Specialist. This role will be responsible for the accurate and timely application of customer payments to open receivables, resolving payment discrepancies, and supporting month-end close. The Specialist partners closely with Collections, Customer Service, and Sales to ensure customer accounts are current and cash is properly recorded in accordance with company policies and internal controls. Responsibilities:
- Apply customer payments daily (ACH, wire, credit card, lockbox, checks) to the appropriate invoices in the ERP system, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Download and reconcile bank activity to daily cash receipts; Prepare cash posting batches and supporting documentation
- Research and resolve unapplied cash, short pays, overpays, duplicate payments, and other variances; Coordinate with customers and internal stakeholders to obtain remittance details
- High School diploma/GED or equivalent required; Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred
- 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, cash application, or related accounting operations
- Working knowledge of AR processes, payment methods, and basic accounting principles
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (filters, pivot tables, lookups) and ability to learn new systems quickly
- Experience working in an ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics) and/or lockbox platforms
- Strong attention to detail, data accuracy, and ability to manage high-volume, deadline-driven work
- Ability to communicate clearly with customers and internal teams to resolve discrepancies
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Salary : $52,000 - $54,000