J MAR’s client, a leading wholesale distributor of HVACR equipment, parts, and supplies, seeks an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their team. The client is a multi-billion-dollar industry leader with over 470 distributor branches and 6 distribution centers throughout North America. Although based in DFW, this position supports several Houston-area branches.
The AR Specialist will manage full-cycle accounts receivable activities with a strong emphasis on cash posting, payment application, and customer account servicing. This position works closely with the AR Credit & Collections Specialist to resolve account discrepancies and support timely collections.
Location, Hours & Salary
Grand Prairie, Texas | Hybrid Work Schedule (2 Days in Office/3 Days Remote)
Full-Time & Direct Hire Role | Hourly Rate Commensurate with Skills & Experience
Responsibilities
Post and apply daily customer payments received via ACH, check, and credit card to the appropriate accounts and invoices.
Research and resolve unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, and customer account issues.
Respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, payments, account balances, and statements.
Review customer invoices, account activity, and monthly statements for accuracy.
Monitor AR aging reports and coordinate with the AR Credit & Collections Specialist to resolve outstanding balances.
Collaborate with branch personnel, sales teams, customers, and accounting staff to resolve account discrepancies.
Maintain accurate customer account records, payment documentation, and supporting AR files.
Assist with account reconciliations, audits, and other departmental responsibilities while ensuring compliance with established AR policies and internal controls.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; additional education in accounting or business preferred.
5+ years of accounts receivable experience, including strong hands-on cash posting and payment application skills.
Full-cycle AR experience, including customer account maintenance, payment research, and discrepancy resolution.
Experience processing payments via ACH, check, and credit card.
Strong customer service, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook, and experience with accounting or ERP systems.
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate effectively within a team.
Must successfully complete required criminal, credit, and drug screenings.
Benefits Overview
Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans.
Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
Voluntary long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO).
Safe Harbor 401(k) – 100% employer match up to 5% of base pay and immediate vesting.
Holiday pay – 7.5 holidays per year.
Paid Parental Bonding Time.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee referral bonus program.
Employee service milestone recognition program.