What are the responsibilities and job description for the AR Specialist (Temporary) position at Spartan Capital Group?
Temporary Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist – 5-Week Project
Location: Greater Ann Arbor Area
Start Date: Targeting Monday, December 15th (ASAP)
Compensation: ~$20/hr (W2)
Industry: Manufacturing
About the Opportunity
Our client in the Greater Ann Arbor area is seeking a hands-on Accounts Receivable Specialist for a 5-week assignment. This role is ideal for someone who can step into a fast-paced environment and support cash application, collections, and invoicing during a high-volume period. The project runs from 12/15/25 through 1/23/25 (excluding the week of New Year’s).
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices in a timely manner.
- Contact customers via phone and email to secure timely payments and resolve billing issues.
- Negotiate payment plans with delinquent accounts and support recovery of overdue balances.
- Record and apply incoming payments (checks, ACH, wires).
- Monitor AR aging, investigate discrepancies, and follow up on overdue accounts.
- Communicate with customers to resolve billing disputes and maintain positive relationships.
- Maintain accurate records of customer accounts and payment activity.
- Reconcile AR balances to ensure accuracy.
- Support month-end close through schedules, reconciliations, and AR reporting.
- Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Finance to resolve customer account updates and invoicing needs.
Qualifications
- 4 years of AR experience; manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
- Advanced Excel proficiency (vlookups, pivot tables, troubleshooting).
- Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to hit the ground running.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen (conducted onsite by the client).
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply directly or message me for immediate consideration.
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