Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job summary

The Accounts Receivable Specialist manages customer payments, invoices, and delinquent accounts while maintaining accurate customer files. They also collaborate with the Collections Manager and Controller to reconcile revenue accounts and generate billing reports.

Job details

Description VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY The Accounts Receivable Specialist will assist in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients. Responsibilities: Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable. Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers. Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions. Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent accountholders to request payment. Creates reports regarding the status of customer accounts as requested. Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Manager and other staff. Collaborates with the Collections Manager to reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic basis. Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger. Assists Controller in reconciling revenue accounts each month. Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed. Relays changes of information to appropriate employees. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs. Epicor Eclipse ERP experience a plus. Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier. Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment. Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred. At least two years of related experience required. Physical Requirements: Lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required infrequently. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Benefits Medical, dental, life and vision insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan and Match Paid Time Off Specified Paid Holidays Disclaimer: This job description is a general outline of the day-to-day duties to be expected and may not cover all job responsibilities that may be assigned by management.

What you’ll do

The Accounts Receivable Specialist manages customer payments, invoices, and delinquent accounts while maintaining accurate customer files. They also collaborate with the Collections Manager and Controller to reconcile revenue accounts and generate billing reports.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least two years of related experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software. A high school diploma is required, while an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 401(k) Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Listed skills

• Accounts receivable · Preferred
• invoicing · Preferred
• Collections · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Accounts receivable
• Invoicing
• Collections
• Reconciliation
• General ledger
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Accounting software
• Epicor Eclipse ERP
• 10-key calculator
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Office Equipment
• Calculators
• Professionalism
• Organizational Skills
• Time Off Management
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounting
• Accounting Software
• Mergers And Acquisitions
• Billing
• Communication
• Eclipse (Software)
• General Ledger
• Microsoft Office
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative
• Accounts Receivable Specialist
• Accounts Payable / Receivable Clerk
• Accounting Associate Professionals
• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks