Accounts Receivable Specialist

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounts Receivable Clerk to support our Accounting team in Dallas or Plano, TX. This part-time role is responsible for accurately processing daily customer payments, maintaining financial records, reconciling discrepancies, and supporting accounts receivable operations to ensure timely and accurate cash application.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across multiple systems while collaborating with internal teams to resolve payment-related questions and maintain financial accuracy.

• Process and apply customer payments accurately and timely on a daily basis
• Manage accounts receivable transactions with a high level of accuracy, organization, and confidentiality
• Research, reconcile, and resolve payment discrepancies to maintain accurate account balances
• Coordinate with project managers and internal stakeholders regarding payment activity and account inquiries
• Monitor and maintain the Accounts Receivable department email inbox, ensuring timely responses and follow-up
• Maintain accurate financial documentation and records within internal systems
• Assist with payment tracking, account reconciliation, and reporting as needed
• Work across various financial systems, banking portals, and software platforms to support AR functions
• Support continuous process improvements and documentation of procedures
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
• 1+ years of accounts receivable, accounting support, bookkeeping, or related administrative experience preferred
• Experience processing payments or working with banking/payment systems preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in data entry and financial processing
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies independently
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to work collaboratively across departments
• Ability to document and improve existing processes