Specialist, Cash Application

The Company

LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsibly waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the environment. Through our safe and innovative approach to waste diversion, LRS thrives on the passion and innovation of our employees to preserve and sustain the beauty of the towns, neighborhoods and communities that we serve.

We are excited to hire candidates that align with our Vision and Values: To become the safest, most innovative waste recycler in the world by redefining the way the world views waste.

Live Safety ● Serve With Passion● Innovate Relentlessly ● Engage With Integrity

Build Community ● Be Accountable

Position Title and Summary

The Cash Applications Specialist supports the Accounting Team in accurate and timely cash applications inclusive of checks, EFT, credit cards and Lock box payments.

Reports To

Cash Applications and Collections Manager

Responsibilities

• Daily review of Lock Box exceptions to correct to ensure checks are ready for that day's import (high volume transactions).

• Daily accurate posting of all incoming checks ensuring that each entered batch is balanced.

• Daily import of Lock Box payments into each database ensuring that the deposit balances to the totality of the multiple imports.

• Trouble shooting payment issues via reaching out to customers and/or collections staff.

• Daily maintenance of check deposit log to assist Accounting in monthly bank reconciliation.

• Responsible for returned check payment reversals and other escalated payment issues.

• Back-up with credit card refunds, payment transfers and other Accounts Receivable tasks (ie, vendor forms, one use credit care payments, inquiries from customers)

Qualifications/Knowledge/Critical Skills

• Experience in cash applications.

• Strong attention to details and possesses general math skills

• Possesses strong organizational and time management skills

• Demonstrates effective communication skills, both orally and written

• Is detail oriented with the ability to meet schedules and deadlines

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook required

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Works in an office setting

• Works under moderate supervision

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Lakeshore Recycling Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.