Senior Cash Applications Specialist
Location: St. Louis, MO (Hybrid – 2–3 Days in Office) or Office-Based
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Compensation: $30–$38/hour, depending on experience
Overtime: Available
Employment Type: Long-Term Temporary Assignment
Join a National Professional Services Firm
Our client, a nationally recognized professional services firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Cash Applications Specialist to join its Accounting team.
If you enjoy solving payment discrepancies, balancing accounts, and making sure every dollar is applied accurately, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.
You'll join a collaborative accounting team where your expertise is valued, your work has a direct impact on the firm's financial operations, and you'll have the opportunity to continue growing your career.
Whether your background is in a law firm, accounting firm, financial services, or another fast-paced corporate accounting environment, you'll work alongside experienced professionals who value accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Do
As a key member of the Accounting team, you'll help ensure cash is accurately applied, reconciled, and reported while supporting the firm's day-to-day financial operations.
Responsibilities include:
Apply and post high-volume cash receipts, including ACH payments, wire transfers, lockbox deposits, checks, and credit card payments.
Process high-volume daily cash transactions while ensuring timely and accurate posting.
Research and resolve unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, short payments, overpayments, and account variances.
Reconcile daily cash activity, bank deposits, accounts receivable balances, and general ledger accounts.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly cash reconciliation reports.
Support month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciliations and financial reporting.
Partner with Billing, Collections, General Ledger, and Finance teams to resolve complex payment issues.
Communicate with clients and internal stakeholders regarding payment questions and account discrepancies.
Generate reports, analyze cash activity, and identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.
Assist with accounting system enhancements, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
Ensure compliance with firm accounting policies, internal controls, and audit requirements.
Support special projects and additional accounting initiatives as needed.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
3–5 years of Cash Applications, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management, or Accounting experience.
Experience processing high-volume daily cash transactions.
Strong understanding of accounts receivable, cash applications, bank reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
Experience researching and resolving payment discrepancies independently.
Experience working with accounting or ERP systems.
Experience with Elite 3E or another legal accounting platform is highly preferred.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Professional written and verbal communication skills.
High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is a plus.
Experience supporting a law firm or other professional services organization is highly valued but not required.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
Competitive pay of $30–$38/hour, depending on experience
Hybrid schedule with 2–3 days in the office each week
Overtime opportunities available
Long-term opportunity with a stable, nationally recognized professional services firm
Collaborative and supportive accounting team
Exposure to sophisticated legal accounting systems and financial operations
Opportunity to build your experience while working alongside experienced accounting professionals
Consistent Monday-Friday schedule with excellent work-life balance
What Success Looks Like
In this role, you'll become a trusted member of the Accounting team by ensuring payments are applied accurately, reconciliations are completed on time, and financial records remain accurate.
If you enjoy solving problems, working with numbers, collaborating across departments, and improving processes, you'll thrive in this position.
Ideal Background
We're interested in professionals with experience as:
Senior Cash Applications Specialist
Cash Applications Specialist
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist
Cash Posting Specialist
Cash Reconciliation Specialist
Cash Management Specialist
Accounts Receivable Analyst
Revenue Accountant
Accounting Analyst
Accounting Specialist
Accounting Coordinator
Billing & Collections Specialist
AR Analyst
Candidates with experience supporting law firms, accounting firms, consulting firms, financial services organizations, or other professional services environments are especially encouraged to apply.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced accounting professional looking for your next opportunity with a respected organization, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to learn more about joining a nationally recognized professional services firm in St. Louis, MO.
