Job Title: AR/AP Support Specialist

Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking an AR/AP Support Specialist to join our client to support accurate financial transactions, responsive account service, and efficient day-to-day accounting operations. This direct-hire opportunity is fully remote within the Eastern or Central time zones, with a preference for candidates near Philadelphia who can attend onsite training during the first few days or weeks of employment. The position will contribute across both accounts receivable and accounts payable while helping the finance team maintain dependable records, resolve account discrepancies, and improve internal processes. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys balancing transactional work, customer support, and cross-functional problem-solving.

Compensation:
$60,000 annually

Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, standard business hours

Key Responsibilities of the AR/AP Support Specialist:

• Manage cash application and account reconciliation activities, including posting customer payments and resolving unapplied funds, credits, or other discrepancies.
• Support customer account management by reviewing outstanding balances, assisting with collection efforts, addressing billing questions, and facilitating appropriate order or credit releases.
• Deliver accounts payable support by processing invoices and payment requests, maintaining accurate vendor and banking records, and assisting with electronic payment workflows and check runs.
• Coordinate transaction adjustments related to returns, freight charges, fulfillment activity, and customer credits while ensuring documentation remains complete and accurate.
• Provide dependable backup coverage across finance operations to help transactions and account activities remain on schedule.
• Contribute to system testing, procedure documentation, and workflow enhancements that improve the accuracy and efficiency of accounting processes.

Qualifications and Skills for the AR/AP Support Specialist:

• Previous exposure to accounts receivable, cash application, collections, accounts payable, or a related accounting support function is preferred.
• Experience navigating an ERP or financial management platform is required; familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook, along with the ability to learn evolving systems and workflows.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; additional education or coursework in accounting, finance, or business is beneficial.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with careful attention to transaction details, documentation, and deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with a service-oriented approach to supporting customers, vendors, and internal partners.
• Sound judgment and practical problem-solving abilities, including the capacity to research account issues and follow them through to resolution.
• Adaptability, reliability, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a collaborative remote environment.

Why Join Us?
This opportunity offers broad exposure to both sides of the accounting cycle while allowing you to strengthen your experience with financial systems, customer accounts, and process improvement initiatives. You will join a collaborative finance environment where accuracy, responsiveness, and dependable support make a visible impact on daily operations.

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.