Cash Application Specialist (Contract) - Full-time
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$24 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Victor, New York |
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Verified Pay check_circleProvided by the employer$14.13
$18.67
$24.00
$28.5
About this job
At CooperVision, a division of CooperCompanies, we’re driven by a unifying purpose to help people to experience life’s beautiful moments. We are connected through our shared values - dedicated, innovative, friendly, partners, and do the right thing. As a leading global manufacturer of contact lenses, we are committed to helping improve the way people see each day. Through our diverse lens portfolio, we tackle the toughest vision challenges – including astigmatism, presbyopia, and childhood myopia. We offer the most complete collection of spherical, toric, and multifocal products available, enabling us to fit 99% of all contact wearers. Learn more at
Scope of the Role
The Cash Application Specialist is responsible for performing day-to-day cash application activities within the Order-to-Cash (O2C) process for CooperCompanies’ North America entities, within a Global Business Services (GBS) environment. This role ensures accurate and timely posting of customer payments, resolution of unapplied cash, and compliance with company policies and SOX requirements. Reporting to the Cash Application Supervisor, the Specialist supports month-end close activities and contributes to standardization and efficiency across shared services.
Job Summary
The Cash Application Specialist focuses on transactional processing and data accuracy, including payment posting, reconciliation, and exception handling across multiple ERP systems. This position assists with audit requests, supports month-end close, and provides excellent customer service to internal stakeholders. Success requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools.
Responsibilities
Cash Posting: Accurately apply customer payments to accounts in ERP systems; ensure proper coding and documentation.
Exception Handling: Investigate and resolve unapplied cash, short payments, and discrepancies promptly.
Reconciliation & Month-End Close: Assist with reconciliations and reporting activities; ensure deadlines are met.
Customer Service: Respond to inquiries from internal teams regarding payment status and application issues.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, enhance automation, and improve efficiency within the cash application processes, leveraging GBS best practices.
Other Duties: Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Cash Application Supervisor.
Key Competencies
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Effective communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced Global Business Services environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business or equivalent experience (preferred).
0-2 years of AR/cash application or related experience (entry-level).
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Experience with ERP systems (Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics preferred).
For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting base pay for this role is between $24.00 and $28.00. per hour and may include cost of living adjustments. The actual base pay includes many factors and is subject to change and modification in the future. This position may also be eligible for other types of compensation and benefits.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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