The right person for the job would be an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist who would thrive in a business casual work environment. Works well individually and collaborating with a team. You will be working for a Controller who strives to help the team grow their careers and for a company striving to make our Accounts Receivable department paperless.
Job Description: The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for processing customer payments, maintaining accurate accounts receivable records, and supporting daily cash management functions. This role researches and resolves payment discrepancies, customer claims, credit memos, chargebacks, and account inquiries while ensuring timely and accurate account reconciliation. The position also supports the accounting team with journal entries, reconciliations, reporting, and other accounting-related projects. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, customer service, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment are essential for success in this role.
Role and Responsibilities
- Prepares daily cash deposits and fills out cash control sheet daily.
- Enters finalized cash receipts and updates accounts receivable ledger by customer.
- Obtains and mails invoice copies for customers, as requested.
- Processes daily credit card deposits.
- Research and processes customer claims of invoice payment.
- Research and processes customer credit memos.
- Research and processes charge backs, returns, and bad checks.
- Answers accounts receivable phone inquiries and follows up.
- Calls and/or mails correspondence to customers as necessary in order to update accounts.
- Reconciliation of drawer reports with cash received from yards.
- Assists with related special projects, as required.
- Assist the accounting team with journal entries and reconciliations.
- Assist the accounting team with ad hoc reports.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- 5 Years of experience of accounting/accounts receivable experience
- Ability to recognize, evaluate, solve problems, and take initiative to correct errors
- Strong sense of ownership, a positive attitude, and a willingness to be a team player
- Detail oriented and strong attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with using customer portals, NetSuite, or other large ERP systems preferred.
Pay: $26.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
