AR Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist
Location: Lexington, KY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Pay: Competitive, based on experience
Type: Temporary
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing organization in Lexington, KY. This role is responsible for managing the full accounts receivable cycle, overseeing business-to-business collections efforts, maintaining accurate customer accounts, and ensuring timely payment processing. The position will also support claims administration, insurance documentation, reporting, and other administrative functions.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organized accounting professional who enjoys problem-solving, customer interaction, and working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and customer service are critical.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable & B2B Collections

• Process customer payments, including ACH transactions, wire transfers, credit card payments, and deposits.
• Reconcile accounts receivable ledgers and ensure all payments are accurately recorded.
• Manage and monitor aging reports while conducting business-to-business (B2B) collections activities.
• Contact customers regarding outstanding invoices and negotiate payment resolutions when necessary.
• Generate and distribute customer invoices, statements, and account reports.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, payment disputes, and account adjustments.
• Research and apply unapplied cash and unallocated credits.
• Maintain customer account records, credit information, and collections contacts.
• Partner with sales and operations teams to resolve outstanding account issues.
• Lead collection review meetings and provide updates on delinquent accounts.
• Process account write-offs, payment reversals, and account closures when appropriate.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts receivable reports.

Claims & Insurance Administration

• Support the administration of workers' compensation, disability, vehicle accident, and insurance-related claims.
• Coordinate with insurance carriers, attorneys, and third-party agencies to gather required documentation.
• Process certificates of insurance and maintain claim-related records.
• Assist with incident reporting and claim investigations.
• Maintain communication with legal representatives, collection agencies, and insurance providers regarding account matters and claims.

Administrative Support

• Provide professional customer service via phone and email.
• Assist with data entry, reporting, and document management.
• Maintain organized financial and compliance records.
• Support process improvement initiatives and operational excellence efforts.
• Perform additional administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Required Skills & Experience

• 2+ years of Accounts Receivable, Billing, Collections, or related accounting experience.
• Proven experience with business-to-business (B2B) collections.
• Strong account reconciliation and payment application experience.
• Experience resolving billing discrepancies and customer account issues.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with ERP or accounting software systems.
• Experience with financial reporting and data analysis tools.
• Power BI experience preferred.
• Background in claims administration, insurance coordination, or contract-related billing.
• Experience creating financial dashboards, reporting metrics, or business insights.

What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is a proactive professional with strong communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a customer-focused mindset. They will be comfortable managing complex receivables, conducting B2B collections, analyzing financial data, and partnering with internal teams to resolve account issues efficiently.
If you're looking for an opportunity to leverage your accounting expertise while contributing to a collaborative and growing organization, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay Details: $22.00 to $26.00 per hour
Search managed by: Alexis Althouse
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.