Position Summary
This position is responsible for assisting the Accounting Manager in the management of the company’s Accounts Receivables and Payables from day to day. It also includes assisting with monthly review and analysis of general ledger accounts leading to correction through journal entries as well as the timely preparation of financial and other related reports needed from time to time.
Swanson Meats | Minneapolis, MN
Full-Time | Monday–Friday + Rotating Saturday Schedule
Swanson Meats is a third-generation, family-owned foodservice distributor that has proudly served restaurants, retailers, and foodservice operators throughout the Midwest for more than 60 years. We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to oversee our accounts receivable functions while helping maintain the strong customer relationships that have been the foundation of our success.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, professional, and confident handling collections with tact and diplomacy. We believe preserving customer relationships is just as important as collecting outstanding balances.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of the accounts receivable process, including invoicing, cash applications, collections, account reconciliations, and aging reports.
- Proactively manage outstanding receivables and communicate with customers regarding payment status in a professional and relationship-focused manner.
- Work closely with our Sales Team to resolve payment issues while maintaining excellent customer relationships.
- Investigate billing discrepancies and coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely resolution.
- Maintain accurate customer account records and documentation.
- Assist with credit references and customer account maintenance.
- Provide occasional Customer Service Representative (CSR) support during peak periods or when additional assistance is needed.
- Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of Accounts Receivable experience required.
- Strong collection and customer service skills with the ability to communicate professionally and tactfully.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software/ERP systems.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly preferred.
- Experience in foodservice distribution or wholesale distribution is a plus.
Schedule
- Full-time, Monday through Friday
- Employees participate in a rotating Saturday schedule, working approximately 4 hours every 4–5 weeks.
- Reliable attendance and teamwork are essential.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Swanson Meats pays 80% of employee health insurance premiums.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Employee meat purchasing program.
- Stable, family-owned company with excellent long-term career opportunities.
- Supportive team environment where employees are valued and empowered to make a difference.
If you’re looking for a long-term opportunity with a respected Minnesota company that values integrity, teamwork, and exceptional customer service, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and join the Swanson Meats family.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit; and reach with hands and arms.
Applicants must be bi-lingual with accounting experience. They must be comfortable with collections and understand how to be stern without jeopardizing business relationships. They must have experience with excel and the ability to generate reports and shift through data to provide easy to understand data and summaries.
This position has potential for growth and additional accounting responsibilities as they progress.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Language:
- What is your Spanish speaking competency? (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Minneapolis, MN 55406 (Required)
Work Location: In person
