The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for partnering with multiple departments to ensure the timely and accurate transactions within collections and accounts receivable. Hours: 8AM-5PM ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES - Support the Credit & Collections manager with new customer credit applications.
- Assist the Credit & Collections manager with annual or as needed review of customer terms, credit limits, contact information, salesperson & broker assignment, etc.
- Assist the Credit & Collections manager with customer communication regarding upcoming payments and requests for statements.
- Partner with Sales department to validate customer deductions that have aged to a past due category.
- Utilize customer portals to document and gather customer deductions.
- Support the AR department by sourcing customer deductions and submitting claims where applicable.
- Support AR team by reviewing cash discounts to determine validity.
- Support AR team by reviewing EDI (electronic data interchange) transactions to determine successful transmission and appropriate deduction codes.
- Assist with USDA invoice processing.
- Assist with special projects such as process improvements.
- Other duties may be assigned.
LANGUAGE SKILLS - Ability to communicate with others with written and verbal communication.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as federal and state laws, legal documents, safety rules, operation and procedure manuals.
EDUCATION and/or EXPEREINCE - High school diploma or GED; associate degree or bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable or other general accounting functions.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and SharePoint.
- Familiarity with accounting software (ERP platforms).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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