Accounts Receivable Specialist

Insight Global
Chicago, IL

Job Description

The Senior Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist is responsible for owning the end-to-end accounts receivable lifecycle, including billing, collections, cash application, dispute resolution, and month-end close support. This role plays a critical part in maintaining healthy cash flow, optimizing AR processes, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and brings both transactional expertise and process improvement experience.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy:

Skills and Requirements

  • 3+ years of hands-on, full-cycle B2B accounts receivable experience

  • Demonstrated experience managing high-volume transactional AR environments

  • Proven ability to manage and reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and improve cash collections

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis)

  • Strong working knowledge of GAAP, specifically revenue recognition, AR, and cash application principles

  • Direct experience using ERP systems, preferably NetSuite

  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word, SharePoint)

  • Experience supporting month-end close, including reconciliations and reporting

  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines, high transaction volumes, and competing priorities in a fast-paced growth environment

  • Strong background in dispute resolution, customer negotiations, and payment plan management

Posted 2025-12-21

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