Accounts Receivable Specialist (Contract)

Location: Mettawa, IL
Pay Range: $25–$28/hr
Contract Dates: Until May 2, 2026

A well-established, fast-growing organization located in Mettawa is seeking a tech-savvy Accounts Receivable Specialist to support their Accounting Team during their busy season. This role is focused on maintaining accurate financial records, processing payments, managing high-volume AR activity, and handling member communication regarding outstanding balances. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with strong customer service expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts receivable records in Oracle.
• Communicate with members/customers regarding outstanding balances and arrange payment plans when needed.
• Collect, process, and record incoming payments for monthly dues, entry fees, fuel, and other charges.
• Manage suspension processes in SFDC for non-payment within 7 days and document all activity in the system.
• Take full ownership of chargeback disputes for both credit card and ACH transactions.
• Ensure timely collection of all receivables (monthly dues, entry fees, IR & fuel—within 45 days).
• Compile and submit lists of members eligible for suspension removal; send appropriate communications.
• Provide proactive outreach to members regarding delinquent or at-risk accounts.
• Update member account information, including changes to personal or payment details.
• Manage a high volume of transactions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Support the Accounting Team with documentation, reporting, and general AR operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of hands-on Accounts Receivable experience, specifically with Oracle and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized, analytical, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing deadlines.
• Customer-service oriented with a professional and empathetic communication style.
• Experience with data entry, record keeping, and general computer operations.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Member- or client-service mindset; comfortable communicating payment issues professionally.

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