ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE - TALLAHASSEE, FL

Compass Group•Tallahassee, FL

2d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Associate supports Canteen’s Financial Division by helping maintain service-oriented customer relationships and efficient financial operations. The role monitors customer account credits, debits, and payments; verifies payments and deposits; follows up on unpaid invoices; and helps keep accounts receivable balances aligned with the general ledger. It also investigates overdue invoices, makes collection calls, negotiates payment terms, processes collection liens, enters data into accounts receivable general ledger accounts, and assists with administrative tasks for the financial department. The position is based in Tallahassee, Florida, and requires in-office work. The schedule is Monday through Friday.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in accounts receivable or general accounting, or equivalent education with the ability to demonstrate an understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices, and collection regulations.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word and Excel, and QuickBooks.
Ability to analyze information and resolve issues.
Strong attention to detail, communication skills, data entry skills, and math skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor credits and debits for accounts.
Follow up on customer payment postings, direct payments to accounts, verify payments or deposits, monitor unpaid invoices, and contact customers who are late on payment.
Balance daily and month-end accounts receivable to general ledger balances.
Investigate outstanding invoices, make collection calls, negotiate payment terms, and process liens for collections.
Enter data into accounts receivable general ledger accounts.
Assist the financial department with administrative tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
Medical insurance (full-time positions)
Dental insurance (full-time positions)
Vision insurance (full-time positions)
Life Insurance/AD (full-time positions)
Disability Insurance (full-time positions)
Commuter Benefits (full-time positions)
Employee Assistance Program (full-time positions)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) (full-time positions)
May be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws