Accounts Receivable Specialist Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of accounts receivable specialist. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support for the Sales team and a high level of Customer Service, including but not limited to timely release of orders and timely responses.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Strong understanding of the accounting cycle
• Journal Entries, Cash Receipts, Bank Reconciliations, Excel Spreadsheets
• Prior experience in collections will be preferred
• Knowledge of SAP software system preferred
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, inventory software, internet software, order processing systems, and database software
• Oracle Accounts Receivable preferred
• Expert level Excel skills – Formulas and functions
• Handle confidential situations with high standards of ethics

In response to your job posting for accounts receivable specialist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for management with monthly reports on aging status of A/R, specific bad debts reserved for and significant overdue accounts.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Seeks to understand company structure and organization, and uses that to manage effectively
• Willing to take on projects and new tasks with enthusiasm
• Advanced knowledge of circulations receivables policies and practices across subscriber and single copy functions
• Solid knowledge of circulation operations, systems and marketing functions for multiple business units supported
• Experienced working in a finance shared services environment
• Proficient with ERP and billing systems (i.e., DISCUS, DSI and PeopleSoft)
• Accurate typing and 10 key skills
• Working knowledge of Bookkeeping/Accounting

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the accounts receivable specialist position.

Previously, I was responsible for support for the Sales team and a high level of Customer Service, including but not limited to ensuring the timely release of customer orders.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Accounting software
• Knowledge of a Accounts Receivables
• Strong Microsoft Excel software skills
• Proficient with other Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word)
• Knowledgeable and proficient in Word, Excel, and MS Office
• Experience with Deltek and Saleforce.com preferred
• Familiarity with Excel, Word, Outlook, Oracle, and collections queuing systems
• Comprehensive knowledge of collection strategies and techniques

Please consider me for the accounts receivable specialist opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for training and guidance to A/R Representatives to ensure timely and accurate collection of outstanding balances and application of cash.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Strong attention to detail while producing accurate high quality work
• Consumer Collections experience WILL NOT be considered for this role
• Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft office tools
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work output, including analysis, reporting and presenting financial information
• Effective time management, able to manage multiple projects
• Results oriented and uses good judgment in decision making
• Effective in a team environment and able to collaborate well with others and lead by example
• Adaptable and flexible with change, accountable for results, responsive and dependable

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the accounts receivable specialist position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for guidance to reconcile balances, initiate adjustments to ensure proper A/R balances are maintained and G/L revenue recognized.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge and understanding of standard accounts receivable / collection procedures
• Functional in Microsoft Excel
• Capable of creative problem solving, while remaining customer focused
• Experience in a large, multi-site organization preferred
• Experience operating in an SAP environment including basic familiarity with EDI and Sales Tax is preferred
• Processing Invoices to customers
• Electronic Documentation Maintenance and Storage
• Bank Deposits and Posting of Daily Receipts