Accounting & Credit Specialist

Harvey Vogel Manufacturing•Woodbury, MN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Harvey Vogel Manufacturing is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Accounting & Credit Specialist to join our Finance team in Woodbury, Minnesota. This position plays a vital role in supporting daily finance operations by managing accounts receivable activities, assisting with collections, processing customer payments, and providing backup support for administrative and accounting functions. If you enjoy working with numbers, solving problems, communicating with customers, and contributing to a collaborative team environment, this could be an excellent opportunity to grow your career with an industry leader in custom metal stampings.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
A customer-service mindset and professional demeanor.
The ability to handle multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
Experience working with accounting systems, ERP software, or financial processes.
The ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment.
High levels of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in accounts receivable, credit, accounting, bookkeeping, or finance support roles.
Experience interacting with customers regarding billing, collections, or payment issues.
Manufacturing industry experience is beneficial, but not required.

Responsibilities

Generate customer invoices and review invoice commissions.
Upload invoices to customer portals and ensure timely processing.
Process customer payments, including checks, ACH transactions, and cash receipts.
Record banking transactions and maintain accurate financial records.
Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, short payments, and pricing disputes.
Manage collection communications and follow up on past-due accounts.
Prepare and issue standard price and quantity discrepancy credits.
Create and issue RMA settlement memos.
Monitor and respond to communications sent to the remittance mailbox.
Prepare proforma invoices for cash-in-advance accounts.
Release held shipments once payment requirements have been satisfied.
Assist with accounts receivable reporting and collection tracking.
Compile and distribute financial and operational reports.
Ensure daily bank deposits are processed accurately and timely.
Upload accounts payable invoices for processing.
Serve as backup support for sales order entry.
Provide front desk coverage during lunches and scheduled absences.
Welcome visitors and assist with administrative office support.
Support meetings and documentation activities as assigned.
Assist with special projects and additional finance-related duties as needed.