Accounts Receivable Analyst

Priority Wire & Cable • Little Rock, AR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Accounts Receivable Analyst This position is based in our Little Rock, AR headquarters. The Analyst is responsible for, working under direct supervision, collecting and maintaining basic credit information. The ideal candidate must be able to manage relationships both internally and externally. Must have strong problem-solving skills, customer service skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be energetic, detailed oriented, and able to adhere to deadlines in a timely manner. In this role, you will assist in reviewing and verifying overdue accounts. You will contact customers to confirm outstanding payments and renew credit information to help minimize outstanding debt. Essential Functions: Monitors past due invoices and make collections contacts via phone, email, or customer portals. Works with customers to determine the root cause of dispute for unpaid or short-paid invoices. Identify and document detailed reason. Works cross-functionally with sales and operations to gather and review documents, including purchase orders and credit applications. Communicate with branches or our Sales team credit decisions and ensure timely review of new customers. Reviews orders on credit hold by assessing credit worthiness of customers, including financial ratings, open invoices, in-process payments and backlog, and makes recommendations for order release. Credit application management and Customer set-up. Enforces credit policy and assure adherence to accepted standards. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job due to its in-person work requirement.

Requirements

• Ability to negotiate and manage relationships.
• Strong problem solving and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and demonstrate a willingness to accept new challenges.
• Ability to work Independently as well as in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a passion for accuracy.
• Consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstance, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or equivalent related work experience required.
• 0-3 years work experience with Accounts Receivable, Account Management, or Accounting, Finance, or General Business experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites - Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Candidates must be 18 years or older with the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirements and safety guidelines.
• Priority Wire & Cable is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor, or take over sponsorship, of employment visas. If hired, you must provide proof that you are legally authorized to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

• An emphasis on Excel is a huge plus.
• Experience with ERP or CRM software (Oracle, SAP, Netsuite, etc.) is also a plus.
• Previous Wire & Cable experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Monitors past due invoices and make collections contacts via phone, email, or customer portals.
• Works with customers to determine the root cause of dispute for unpaid or short-paid invoices.
• Identify and document detailed reason.
• Works cross-functionally with sales and operations to gather and review documents, including purchase orders and credit applications.
• Communicate with branches or our Sales team credit decisions and ensure timely review of new customers.
• Reviews orders on credit hold by assessing credit worthiness of customers, including financial ratings, open invoices, in-process payments and backlog, and makes recommendations for order release.
• Credit application management and Customer set-up.
• Enforces credit policy and assure adherence to accepted standards.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job due to its in-person work requirement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical Insurance with premiums paid at 100% for employees AND dependents
• Dental Insurance 100% paid for Employee
• Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance 100% paid for Employee
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• 401(k) Plan
• Profit Sharing: Typical annual contribution of 15% of total eligible compensation
• Paid Holidays AND PTO
• Cancer, Critical Illness, and Accident Policies available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level