Cash Application Specialist

Overview

Our client is seeking a detail‑oriented Cash Application Specialist to join their accounting team in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records by ensuring all incoming payments are properly recorded, reconciled, and applied. The ideal candidate thrives in a deadline‑driven setting, has strong analytical skills, and brings a high level of accuracy to every task.

• Accurately apply incoming payments including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit card payments to customer accounts.
• Review and interpret remittance information to ensure proper allocation of funds.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies including misapplied payments, over/underpayments, or missing remittance.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
• Investigate reconciling items and variances between bank activity and the general ledger.
• Support month‑end close by ensuring all cash transactions are completed and posted.
• Collaborate with AR, AP, and GL teams to maintain consistency across financial data.
• Communicate with customers, vendors, and financial institutions to clarify payment details.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, policies, and audit requests.
• Assist with special projects and process improvements as needed.

• 2+ years of experience in cash application, accounts receivable, banking, or similar accounting role.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Net Suite) preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with high accuracy in data entry and financial posting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general accounting software.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• High level of integrity when handling sensitive financial information.
• Schedule: Full-time, onsite
• Type: Contract-to-Hire
• Pay: $23–24/hr
• Start: ASAP

This is a great opportunity to step into a stable, growth‑minded organization where your contributions have direct impact on financial accuracy and workflow efficiency.