What are the responsibilities and job description for the AR Specialist position at Kforce Inc?
Responsibilities
Kforce has a client in Washington, DC that is seeking an AR Specialist. 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 has a client in Washington, DC that is seeking an AR Specialist. Responsibilities:
- Receive and process payments for tuition, fees, auxiliary programs, financial aid, and miscellaneous receipts via check, credit card, or ACH into the billing platform
- Record all payment transactions into the accounting system, including donations
- Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, such as unapplied or misapplied payments and chargebacks
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams to address billing issues and escalate unresolved matters as needed
- Follow up and collect on delinquent accounts, coordinate with outside collection agencies, and prepare appropriate communications
- Prepare regular reports on outstanding accounts receivable, including payment history, and identify emerging collection issues
- Work closely with relevant departments to collect deposits and fees, update databases and billing systems, and calculate charges for new clients
- Allocate cash receipts from multiple sources and adjust accounts for discounts, waivers, and refunds
- Track payment status and research discrepancies in cash receipt postings
- Provide information on financial aid and related issues as needed
- Support monthly reconciliation of external systems and sub-ledgers to general ledger data
- Assist in preparing certificates or documentation required by clients for tuition, fees, or dependent care costs
- Inform relevant parties about the release of documents based on account status
- Serve as a backup for Accounts Payable duties when needed
- Assist with audit inquiries, including preparing schedules and supporting documentation
- Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements for collections and system efficiency
- Stay current with collection laws and techniques through professional development
- Ability to process payments, manage invoicing, and handle revenue recognition
- Skilled in reconciling sub-ledgers to the general ledger and resolving discrepancies
- Experience with delinquent account follow-up and coordination with collection agencies
- Ensuring accurate application of receipts and documentation
- Ability to identify emerging collection issues and recommend process improvements
- Strong interpersonal skills for working with clients, internal teams, and third-party stakeholders
- Comfortable managing changing priorities and timelines
- Familiarity with billing platforms, accounting systems, and Microsoft Excel
- Understanding of collection laws and audit requirements
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate records
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 : $65,000 - $80,000