Apex International is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Accounting team in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This is a full-time, on-site position responsible for customer invoicing, cash application, collections, and account reconciliation activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role works closely with customers and cross-functional teams to ensure timely payment collection, accurate account maintenance, and exceptional customer service.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities while building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Process customer invoices, credit memos, and account statements accurately and timely
- Apply customer payments and reconcile cash receipts, deductions, and account balances
- Monitor aging reports and perform collection activities on past-due accounts
- Research and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, chargebacks, and deductions
- Reconcile customer accounts and investigate unapplied cash and account variances
- Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, Shipping, and Finance to resolve customer account concerns
- Support customer credit maintenance, account setup, and documentation requirements
- Assist with month-end close activities, reporting, and account reconciliations
- Maintain complete and accurate account records and audit documentation
- Identify process improvements that enhance controls, efficiency, and cash flow
Qualifications
Required
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
- Two or more years of accounts receivable, billing, collections, or related accounting experience
- Experience with ERP or accounting systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills and customer service mindset
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Preferred
- Manufacturing, distribution, or industrial industry experience
- Experience with high-volume invoicing and collections
- Familiarity with customer deductions, chargebacks, freight terms, and order processing documentation
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or NetSuite
Benefits
- Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision benefits
- Short term & Long-term Disability
- Life Insurance and AD&D
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Hourly rate of $28.00 - $31.00, commensurate with experience
Why Apex?
At Apex, our success is built on customer focus, continuous improvement, stewardship, and a results-driven culture. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow professionally while contributing to innovative solutions for our customers.
If you're looking to join a collaborative team where your contributions directly impact company performance and customer satisfaction, we'd love to hear from you.