Roller Derby Skate Corp. (RDSC) is a long-established leader in roller sports, with roots dating back to 1936 when its founder invented the sport of roller derby. The company began manufacturing and selling roller skates under the Roller Derby® brand and has since expanded its product lines. Today, RDSC's portfolio includes well-known brands such as Pacer® rink skates, Lake Placid Ice Skates®, and TOUR® Roller Hockey. The organization combines heritage and innovation to serve a wide range of skating enthusiasts. Team members join a company with deep industry history and recognizable consumer brands.
Role Description
The Accounting Coordinator position is a full-time, on-site role based in Litchfield, IL. This position supports day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts receivable, account analysis, customer account maintenance, collections, reporting, payroll coordination, and general administrative support for accounting and human resources functions.
The Accounting Coordinator is responsible for maintaining accurate customer accounts, monitoring past-due balances, assisting with month-end close activities, preparing reports for management, and supporting compliance with company policies and accounting procedures. This role also assists with payroll processing, employee file maintenance, onboarding and offboarding documentation, 401(k) reporting, insurance-related invoice review, and other confidential HR-related tasks.
This position requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, confidentiality, and the ability to communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, vendors, and management. The Accounting Coordinator must be able to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently while supporting the overall needs of the accounting department and company operations.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable Management
- Monitor customer accounts to ensure timely payment of outstanding invoices.
- Review daily bank deposits, accurately record incoming payments, and apply cash receipts to customer accounts.
- Maintain accurate accounts receivable aging reports and track past-due balances to support cash flow.
- Reconcile customer accounts, research payment discrepancies, and coordinate resolution with internal teams and customers.
- Review and process new customer account applications.
- Set up new customer accounts and maintain customer information in the ERP system and customer files.
- Review, accept/dispute vendor claims/deductions and ensure accurate posting to adjustment and general ledger accounts.
Collections Management
- Proactively follow up with customers regarding overdue invoices.
- Communicate professionally with customers to resolve payment issues.
- Escalate delinquent accounts as necessary.
- Prepare delinquent accounts for outside collection by providing accurate and detailed account information.
Reporting & Compliance
- Generate accounts receivable and cash activity reports for management, including aging summaries, collection updates, and cash flow forecasting.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, and applicable billing requirements.
- Assist with month-end close, including accounts receivable reconciliations, work papers, and recurring journal entries.
- Prepare weekly and month-end bank borrowing reports.
- Assist with audits performed by outside consultants, lenders, and other third parties.
- Assist with reporting of multi-state sales and use tax returns.
Human Resources and Payroll
- Maintain employee files and confidential personnel records.
- Review weekly time entries and research discrepancies.
- Process weekly payroll accurately and efficiently through a third-party Professional Employer Organization (PEO).
- Perform new-hire onboarding and termination offboarding while maintaining accurate documentation.
- Report weekly 401(k) deferrals and employer matches.
- Assist with annual health insurance renewal and open enrollment.
- Review and approve monthly insurance-related invoices from various carriers.
Additional Responsibilities
The responsibilities listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive and may change based on the needs of the company.
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting, payroll, or related business office functions.
- Prior experience with B2B accounts receivable processes preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel skills.
- Experience with Epicor Prophet 21, or similar ERP system, preferred.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
- Professional communication skills with customers, coworkers, vendors, and management.
- Ability to work independently and assist others as needed.
Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
Language:
- English (Required)
- Spanish (Preferred)
Location:
- Litchfield, IL 62056 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Litchfield, IL 62056 (Required)
Work Location: In person
