Job title: AR Specialist
Location: On-site (Rockford, IL)
Employment Type: Contract (3-4 months)
Compensation: Up to $38/hour
Benefits: LaSalle Network contractors have the opportunity to enroll in benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance.
LaSalle Network is hiring for an AR Specialist to support a growing corporate finance team during a high-impact collections cleanup project. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with strong collections experience who enjoys working independently while driving process improvements in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
AR Specialist Responsibilities:
- Lead collections efforts across a high-volume portfolio, including outreach, follow-ups and escalation of delinquent accounts
- Own AR aging and proactively drive resolution of outstanding balances, discrepancies and unapplied cash
- Manage cash application processes, including receiving, depositing and posting payments (checks, ACH, wires)
- Support and enhance collections strategies, policies and internal processes while partnering with teams to resolve billing issues
What’s Needed:
- 5+ years of progressive AR experience with a strong focus on collections and receivables management
- Proven ability to manage high-volume accounts and drive successful collections efforts
- Strong understanding of cash application, AR controls and dispute resolution best practices
- Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems with strong attention to detail and communication skills
- Experience with NetSuite (preferred)
- Experience developing or improving collections processes and procedures (preferred)
What’s in it for me?
- Opportunity to make an immediate impact on a high-visibility project
- Exposure to a growing, relationship-driven organization
If you’re interested in joining a fast-growing organization and playing a key role in strengthening their collections processes – apply today!
Ellie Chestler
Project Manager I Accounting and Finance
LaSalle Network
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LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.
LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here
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