Department: Finance / Accounts Receivable
Reports To: AR Manager / Finance Manager
Location: Jacksonville, FL 
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cash Applications Specialist with strong experience using SAP to join our finance team. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely application of incoming payments to customer accounts, ensuring proper reconciliation and resolution of discrepancies. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in cash application processes, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process high volumes of incoming payments (ACH, wire transfers, checks, lockbox, etc.) in SAP accurately and efficiently.

• Reconcile and apply customer payments against invoices and accounts receivable balances.

• Investigate and resolve unapplied or misapplied payments and work with internal departments and customers as needed.

• Perform daily cash reconciliations and ensure bank deposits are recorded timely.

• Analyze and clear deductions, short payments, and other discrepancies.

• Collaborate with collections, billing, and sales teams to resolve payment issues and maintain clean customer accounts.

• Generate reports related to cash application activities and aging receivables.

• Support monthly and quarterly closing processes, including journal entries and audit documentation.

• Recommend and assist with process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in cash application.

• Train or mentor junior team members as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 5+ years of experience in cash applications or accounts receivable.

• Hands-on experience with SAP ERP systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, ECC, or similar) is required.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Experience in a shared services or high-volume environment is a plus.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with banking portals and electronic payment formats.

• Knowledge of GAAP and internal controls related to cash processing.

• Experience with automated cash application tools or bank integration with SAP.

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Amber Kemp