Cash Applications Associate

Company: Accounting Career Consultants
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: January 11, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Why is This a Great Opportunity? This role offers the opportunity to play a critical part in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial systems within a fast-paced, professional environment. The Cash Applications Specialist will work closely with accounting, legal, and operational teams to ensure funds are applied correctly and accounts are properly reconciled. This position provides hands-on experience with trust accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, and technology-driven accounting processes, making it well suited for detail-oriented individuals who enjoy problem-solving and continuous improvement. Job Description: The Cash Applications Specialist is responsible for accurately applying and reconciling incoming payments while maintaining compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Performing cash application reconciliations between accounting software and internal data management systems • Importing, reviewing, and processing batch check transactions • Reconciling balance sheet accounts and researching discrepancies • Reviewing batch transactions to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness • Managing trust accounting activities, including oversight of multiple bank accounts and related transactions • Maintaining detailed and compliant records for all trust-related financial activity • Utilizing technology and automation tools, including AI-driven solutions, to improve accounting workflows • Serving as a point of contact for internal stakeholders, clients, and attorneys regarding cash-related inquiries • Communicating professionally while maintaining strict confidentiality of financial and client information • Supporting audits, reporting requests, and special projects as needed Qualifications: • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred • Two (2) or more years of experience in cash applications, accounts receivable, or general accounting • Strong understanding of cash posting, reconciliations, and balance sheet accounts • Experience with accounting software; familiarity with QuickBooks Online preferred • High level of attention to detail and accuracy • Strong organizational and multitasking skills • Comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment • Authorization to work in the United States ACCPRI ACCSP Company Description Since 1985 – Accounting Recruitment Experts Accounting Career Consultants has been providing direct-hire, consulting, and temporary placement services since 1985. Locally owned with a national reach. We offer the flexibility of a local staffing company combined with the resources of a larger firm. We are committed to developing long-term relationships with both our candidates and clients. We take the time to learn what is important to our candidates and our clients to help ensure a good fit for all parties. Awards & Recognition: 2019 Forbes America’s Best 250 Professional Search Firms List-Ranked 63 2016-2017 St. Louis Business Journal Fastest-Growing Private Companies 2017 St. Louis Business Journal Largest Temporary Staffing Firms 2015-2017 & 2019 Future 50 Award winner by the St. Louis Small Business Monthly (Celebrating The Area's Top Growing Businesses)

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