Accounts Receivable Specialist

SUMMARY

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will be responsible for managing the company's Accounts Receivable, collections, partnering with sales on deduction resolution. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities and a solid understanding of accounting principles.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collections for assigned accounts related to unpaid invoices and short payments.

• Identify and collaborate with management to resolve recurring account related issues.

• Prepare and provide weekly reports on outstanding receivables.

• Monitor the accounts receivable aging and proactively contact customers on past dues.

• Process freight claims related to overages, and damages.

• Dispute claims through customer portals.

• Apply cash related payments as needed.

• Assist in supporting credit releases.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• Deduction experience for large box retailers.

• Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and V-lookups.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the ideal candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE

• Customer and Personal Service

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

• Clerical

• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography, and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

• Mathematics

• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

• Economics and Accounting

• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

• English Language

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

TECHNOLOGY

• Accounting software

• Fund accounting software; Intuit QuickBooks; Sage 50 Accounting; Tax software

• Data base user interface and query software

• Data entry software; Microsoft Access; Sage 100 Contractor; Yardi

• Enterprise resource planning ERP software

• Microsoft Dynamics; Oracle Fusion Applications; Sage 100 ERP; SAP

ABILITIES

• Oral Comprehension - the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

• Mathematical Reasoning - the ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

• Near Vision - the ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

• Written Comprehension - the ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

• Written Expression - the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS

• AA Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience

• 1-2 years' experience in a similar role

• 10-key by touch

• General knowledge of GAAP

• Professional oral & written communication skills

• Keen business acumen

• Problem solving skills

COMPENSATION

• The base hourly wage we reasonably expect to pay for this role is: $20.96-$31.44

• The actual hourly wage for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience.

• Please note that base pay is one important aspect of a compelling Total Rewards package. The base pay range indicated here does not include any additional benefits or cash bonuses that you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type.