Jr. Accounts Receivable Research Analyst

About the Company

Encore Funding is a specialty finance business near Cleveland, OH that focuses on funding, back office, and strategic services for entrepreneurs in the staffing spaces. We are a high energy, growing business that is looking for individuals to join the team and help build an incredible company. We are a leader in the specialty finance space and offer an exciting opportunity to join a growing and thriving organization.

Encore culture consists of:
• Growth opportunities and upward mobility
• Modern office setting
• Challenging and rewarding work
• A highly motivating team environment

About the Role

Encore Funding is looking for a Jr. Accounts Receivable Research Analyst to support our financial operations through payment research, data analysis, and reconciliation processes. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting with vendor management system (VMS) payment research, organizing financial data, and ensuring accurate cash application across systems. This is a hands-on, detail-oriented position that plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of our financial processes.

This is a true entry-level analytical role where you will build foundational accounting and finance skills while gaining exposure to complex reconciliation workflows. 

What You Will Do

• Conduct daily VMS client payment research and support miscellaneous research requests
• Create and maintain Excel files using formulas such as VLOOKUP and pivot tables
• Match employee timecards with invoice and payment data across multiple systems
• Cross-reference VMS data with internal financial systems to ensure accuracy
• Identify and communicate discrepancies to accounting and internal stakeholders
• Assist with cash application, account reconciliation, and ledger balancing
• Support data organization and reporting for financial operations
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve client payment issues

What You Bring

• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field preferred
• 0–2 years of relevant accounting, finance, or data analysis experience
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, sorting, pivot tables)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented mindset

What Success Looks Like

• High accuracy in payment matching and financial data processing 
• Timely completion of reconciliation tasks and research requests
• Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies efficiently
• Strong collaboration with accounting and client service teams
• Consistent organization and maintenance of financial data and reporting
• Demonstrated growth in analytical skills and process understanding
• Positive contribution to team goals and cross-functional initiatives 

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• A stable, professional work environment with long-term growth opportunity

Work Details

• Full-time, permanent position
• Monday–Friday schedule
• 100% onsite at our Pepper Pike, Ohio office
• Must be able to commute or relocate

Are you looking to develop strong technical and problem-solving capabilities while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team environment? Apply now for swift consideration and/or send your resume directly to (jhendking@encore-funding.com)