Accounts Receivable Specialist

Location: Mt. Sterling, IL                          
Department: Accounts Receivable  
Reports To: Accounts Receivable Supervisor
Hourly Wage: $16.53 - $23.55 per hour, plus bonus opportunity

As an Accounts Receivable Specialist, you will be responsible for accurately and efficiently processing customer deductions and resolving discrepancies on a customer’s account to ensure customer satisfaction and the accurate collection of funds from the customer.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Organize, review, research, and process deductions that customers have taken from a Dot invoice.
• Work with various internal departments, including Customer Service and Outside Sales to resolve and process deductions and supplier disputes.
• Collect unauthorized deductions and take responsibility for continuous contact as needed with customers to obtain payment.
• Perform general accounting activities including application of credits, posting to the general ledger, and other transactions.
• Follow and apply standard work and work instructions.
• Apply lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position.

YOU MUST HAVE

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Degree
• Basic computer skills, including ten-key, keyboarding, Microsoft Excel and Word
• Accurate mathematical skills
• Professional written and verbal communication skills

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Knowledge of general accounting practices
• Experience in accounts receivable, billing, credit, or collections
• Strong multi-tasking skills

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am-5pm
• Independent and teamwork necessary to be successful

WHO WE ARE 

Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We add efficiency to the supply chain and build strong partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing
• Significant advancement opportunities