Accounting A/R Specialist

R.E. Mason•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company and an Emerson Impact Partner serving North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. The company provides process equipment and services for process control, automation, safety, and reliability across several industries. The Accounting Specialist performs a range of accounting functions, including day-to-day accounts receivable cash postings, collections, supplier invoice processing, and customer invoicing. The successful candidate has a solid understanding of accounts receivable and can help customers with invoicing questions and work with suppliers to resolve discrepancies. The role requires strong computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel and ERP and CRM systems, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Employment is contingent on successful completion of any required pre-employment and, if applicable, ongoing drug testing. The company is a federal contractor and asks candidates to complete disability and protected-veteran status self-identification questions as part of the application process.

Requirements

Four years of accounting experience.
U.S. citizenship.
Fluency in English.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Solid understanding of accounts receivable and basic understanding of the general ledger.
Strong knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and ERP and CRM systems.
Ability to reason through solutions and develop creative ideas.
Strong focus on cash flow and efficiency.
Ability to manage difficult situations and respond promptly to customer and associate needs.
Ability to learn and apply new technology and procedures quickly.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Self-directed, self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and reliable.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, time management, and multitasking ability.
Integrity, initiative, cooperation, good judgment, and discretion.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Enter customer payments accurately and promptly.
Troubleshoot and resolve payment discrepancies.
Communicate with customers and suppliers to resolve discrepancies, answer questions, and collect past-due balances.
Enter supplier invoices.
Interact professionally with associates on the accounting team, customer experience team, sales, and management.
Work across multiple software programs, recognizing relationships between them and working efficiently.
Participate with team members to achieve team and company goals.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) participation.
Retirement plan, including a Safe Harbor contribution.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
Paid vacation, sick leave, personal leave, R.E. Mason Way Half Day, jury duty, and bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Paid company holidays.
Career Development Program.
Retirement and Financial Wellness program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Alternative/hybrid work schedules.