What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cash Application Specialist position at Waste Resource Management?
Cash Application Specialist
Welcome to Waste Resource Management (WRM)
At Waste Resource Management (WRM), we go beyond operating trucks —we are dedicated to environmental protection and delivering exceptional service. With a presence across Texas, Colorado, Florida, and Nevada, our affiliated companies—SouthWaste Disposal LLC, Silver City Processing, and McDonald Farms, Inc.—offer comprehensive solutions for liquid waste recycling and transportation.
Join a Company That Values You
At WRM and affiliated companies, your work matters—for the environment, our clients, and your career. If you’re ready for a company that pays well, offers a competitive benefits package, operates safely, and supports your growth, we want to hear from you.
Job Overview
As a Cash Applications Specialist, you will be responsible for the timely and accurate application of customer payments received via lockbox, ACH, wire, credit card, and other payment methods. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate accounts receivable records and supporting overall financial operations.
Why join WRM and affiliated companies?
- Comprehensive Benefits: Choose from one of three medical plans, based on your needs, dental, and vision coverage; along with 401(k) with 5% company match
- Career Growth: Training programs and advancement opportunities in wastewater operations and environmental services
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy accrues from day 1, floating and company paid holidays.
- Additional Perks: Company-paid life and disability insurance, employee assistance program, and more
- Supportive Leadership: Leadership that values safety, professionalism and growth
What You’ll Do
- Apply customer payments accurately and timely manner, verifying payment details such as check numbers and payment amounts.
- Ensure all required documentation is complete and properly recorded.
- Organize and maintain payment records and supporting documentation in a logical and accessible manner.
- Contact customers as needed to clarify payment details and ensure proper application.
- Research and resolve duplicate, unidentified, or incorrect payments.
- Reconcile daily payment remittance advice to bank deposits and funds received.
- Match payment documentation to control documents for processing.
- Communicate with customers’ accounts payable departments regarding payment questions or missing support.
- Identify root causes of payment exceptions and work to reduce future occurrences.
- Support the finance team by providing clarification and assistance related to unidentified or misapplied payments.
- Complete special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned
What We’re Looking For
- Certificate in Accounting is preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a high-volume accounts receivable department plus a high school diploma or GED.
- Knowledgeable of all applicable legislation and regulations involved in billing.
- Sage 100 experience a plus.
- Knowledge of accounts receivable and general accounting procedures.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office software suites.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Highly motivated and a self-starter.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Strong attention to detail.
Equal Opportunity Employer
WRM is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.
Qualifications:CERTIFICATIONS:
Certificate in Accounting is preferred
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a high volume accounts receivable department plus a high school diploma or GED.
- Knowledgeable of all applicable legislation and regulations involved in billing.
- Sage 100 experience a plus.
- Knowledge of accounts receivable and general accounting procedures.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office software suites.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Highly motivated and a self starter.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and problem solving.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Strong attention to detail.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time while working at a computer workstation
- Frequent use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment
- Repetitive hand and finger movement for data entry and use of a calculator or 10 key
- Ability to read and interpret printed and on screen financial documents (with or without corrective lenses)
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person and via telephone or video conferencing
- Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching to access files, printers, or office equipment
- Ability to lift and carry light office materials, generally up to 20 pounds, as needed
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT:
We are an equal opportunity employer; committed to equal treatment of all employees without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability or other basis protected by law.
WRM complies with the ADA and considers reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants/Employees to perform essential functions.
Salary : $24 - $26