Cash Application Specialist

US Pharmacopeia

Website: usp.org
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Description

Who is USP?

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world’s leading health and science experts to develop rigorous quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. At USP, we believe that scientific excellence is driven by a commitment to fairness, integrity, and global collaboration. This belief is embedded in our core value of Passion for Quality and is demonstrated through the contributions of more than 1,300 professionals across twenty global locations, working to strengthen the supply of safe, high-quality medicines worldwide.

At USP, we value inclusive scientific collaboration and recognize that attracting diverse expertise strengthens our ability to develop trusted public health standards. We foster an organizational culture that supports equitable access to mentorship, professional development, and leadership opportunities. Our partnerships, standards, and research reflect our belief that ensuring broad participation in scientific leadership results in stronger, more impactful outcomes for global health.

USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and is committed to ensuring fair, merit-based selection processes that enable the best scientific minds—regardless of background—to contribute to advancing public health solutions worldwide. We provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and uphold policies that create an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

Brief Job Overview

The Cash Application Specialist is part of the Accounts Receivable team and supports accurate and timely posting of customer payments. Reporting to the Team Lead, Accounts Receivable, this non‑supervisory role is responsible for daily cash application activities, basic reconciliations, and identification of exceptions for escalation. The role operates within clearly defined SOPs and controls and supports month‑end close activities.

How will YOU create impact here at USP?

As part of our mission to advance scientific rigor and public health standards, you will play a vital role in increasing global access to high-quality medicines through public standards and related programs. USP prioritizes scientific integrity, regulatory excellence, and evidence-based decision-making to ensure health systems worldwide can rely on strong, tested, and globally relevant quality standards.

Additionally, USP’s People and Culture division, in partnership with the Equity Office, invests in leadership and workforce development to equip all employees with the skills to create high-performing, inclusive teams. This includes training in equitable management practices and tools to promote engaged, collaborative, and results-driven work environments.

The Cash Application Specialist Role Has The Following Responsibilities

• Posts daily cash from lockbox, ACH, wires, checks, and internal transfers with accuracy.
• Performs routine reconciliations and resolves basic unapplied cash items.
• Reviews remittance details and maintains complete documentation for audit purposes.
• Identifies exceptions or discrepancies and escalates complex issues to Senior Cash Application staff or Team Lead.
• Supports month-end close activities, including suspense clean-up under supervision.
• Adheres to SOPs, service-level expectations, and internal controls.
• Performs other assigned duties within the cash application function.
  
  

Who is USP Looking For?

The Successful Candidate Will Have a Demonstrated Understanding Of Our Mission, Commitment To Excellence Through Inclusive And Equitable Behaviors And Practices, Ability To Quickly Build Credibility With Stakeholders, Along With The Following Competencies And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of Cash Application experience and Account Reconciliation experience.
• Exposure to lockbox processing and payment application.
• Basic Understanding of Order to Cash processes
• Experience working with ERP systems (Oracle E-Business Suite preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
  
  

Additional Desired Preferences

• Experience performing AR/Cash Application functions for a global organization
• General understanding of accounting principles and financial controls
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability and desire to work well with diverse employees and customers in a cooperative and friendly manner
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Able to work flexible hours when needed
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

None, this is an individual contributor role.

Benefits

USP provides the benefits to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From company-paid time off and comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings, you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial well-being is protected.

Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement with USP.

Job Category Accounting & Finance

Job Type Full-Time Click on Apply to know more.