Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

The Credit and Collections Specialist is responsible for managing the company's accounts receivable portfolio, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices, assessing the creditworthiness of new and existing customers, and minimizing financial risk. This role plays a key part in maintaining healthy cash flow and fostering strong customer relationships through effective communication and problem-solving.

Responsibilities :

• Review and evaluate credit applications.
• Set and adjust customer credit limits based on financial analysis.
• Monitor customer credit profiles and update as needed.
• Maintain documentation of credit decisions.
• Contact customers regarding overdue payments via phone, email, and mail.
• Negotiate payment arrangements and escalate delinquent accounts when necessary.
• Resolve billing disputes in collaboration with internal departments.
• Recommend accounts for third-party collections or legal action when appropriate.
• Monitor aging reports and prioritize collection efforts.
• Apply customer payments and reconcile accounts.
• Generate and distribute reports on collection status and outstanding balances.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and relevant regulations.
• Maintain detailed records of collection activities and prepare for audits by providing necessary documentation.

Essential Skills :

Work Environment :

This position is an onsite, 6 month contract position.

Job Type & Location :

This is a Contract position based out of Carmel, IN.

Pay and Benefits :

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00 / hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type :

This is a fully onsite position in Carmel, IN.

Application Deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.

About Aston Carter :

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.