Cash Application Specialist

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 www.coopervision.com.

• This role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and ongoing basis without the need for future sponsorship (i.e., H1B, STEM OPT extensions, TN, etc.)
• This position requires full-time onsite work (5 days per week) in Victor, NY and is not eligible for relocation assistance
   

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.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Education

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business or equivalent experience (preferred).
• 0-2 years of AR/cash application or related experience (entry-level).