Job Description

Job Title: Cash Applications Specialist

Location: Houston, TX

Compensation: $60K – $65K / year

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Cash Applications Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Cash Applications Specialist to join our fast-paced accounting team. This role is responsible for accurately applying customer payments, reconciling accounts, and supporting the accounts receivable process to ensure timely and accurate posting of cash receipts.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and a solid understanding of cash application, payment reconciliation, and AR accounting processes in a non-medical business environment.

If you take pride in precision, thrive under deadlines, and enjoy ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date, this is a great opportunity to grow your accounting career.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately post and apply customer payments (ACH, wire, check, credit card, and lockbox) to accounts
• Research and resolve unidentified or misapplied payments promptly.
• Reconcile daily cash receipts and ensure all transactions are properly recorded.
• Collaborate with the AR and billing teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure account accuracy.
• Monitor customer accounts for short payments, overpayments, and unapplied cash.
• Assist with customer account reconciliations and support month-end close activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of all cash applications and adjustments.
• Provide support for audits and internal reporting as required.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in cash applications, accounts receivable, or general accounting (non-medical industry).
• Strong understanding of AR processes, payment reconciliation, and accounting principles.
• Proficiency with accounting software required
• Intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, filters, etc.).
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organization.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Team-oriented with a proactive mindset.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step? Click “Apply Now” and join a team where your accuracy and attention to detail make a difference every day.

Why Choose Addison Group?

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable laws.

We comply with all state and local non-discrimination laws and provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

As a leading provider of professional staffing and search services, Addison Group builds meaningful connections between talented professionals and dynamic organizations across the U.S.

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Administrative & HR | Engineering | Finance & Accounting | Financial Services | Healthcare | Information Technology

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Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.  

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