Accounts Receivable Specialist (Deductions)

Company: LHH US
Location: Arlington Heights
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Accounts Receivable Specialist The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing high?volume customer transactions within a fast?paced retail environment. This role centers on processing and resolving retail deductions, accurately applying customer payments, and maintaining up?to?date information across multiple customer portals. The specialist ensures timely cash flow, supports internal and external partners, and contributes to strong financial reporting. This position is hybrid and Temp to hire. Pay for this role will range between $22 and $27/hr. Responsibilities Review, research, and resolve large volumes of retail deductions, including shortages, pricing disputes, returns, freight variances, and compliance charges Apply customer payments daily, ensuring accurate matching of remittance details, short pays, and unapplied cash Monitor, download, and update information from retailer portals (e.g., Walmart, Target, Amazon, Kroger, and other major accounts) Validate documentation such as invoices, PODs, contracts, and agreements to determine deduction validity Collaborate with sales, supply chain, customer service, and finance teams to investigate and resolve customer disputes Maintain organized deduction logs and provide regular reporting on outstanding balances, trends, and recoveries Prepare and submit appeals or disputes through customer portals with supporting evidence Reconcile customer accounts and identify opportunities for process improvement or error reduction Assist with month-end AR close activities, including reconciliations and aging analysis Communicate with customers professionally regarding outstanding balances, short payments, and necessary documentation Support audit requests and compliance reviews as needed Qualifications Experience in accounts receivable, retail deductions management, and cash application. Working knowledge of high?volume retail portals and vendor compliance programs Strong analytical and problem?solving skills with high attention to detail Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data validation, etc.) Ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment Effective written and verbal communication skills Adaptability to evolving customer requirements and portal workflows If you are interested in learning more, please apply now. Pay Details: $22.00 to $27.00 per hour Search managed by: Christopher Riley Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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