Accounts Receivable and Credit Specialist

Lester Building Systems • Lester Prairie, MN

5d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable & Credit Specialist role is responsible for credit and collections on behalf of the company. The position is responsible for reviewing and approval of new dealers and Lester Buildings contracts; and working directly with our customers to keep their accounts current. Responsibilities also include daily invoice processing, cash application along with completing other miscellaneous documents as needed.

Requirements

• Accounting diploma or associate degree in accounting is required
• Minimum accounting experience of at least 2 years is necessary
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills are required
• Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness is critical
• Strong communication skills with the ability to be assertive is necessary
• Must be a team player and highly motivated
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Nice To Haves

• ERP system knowledge is a plus
• Familiarity with manufacturing and construction process is a plus

Responsibilities

• Set up and appointment of new dealers
• Review and approval of Lester Buildings contracts
• Review and analyze customer credit applications, financial statements, fund verifications and credit reports
• Establish and update credit limits and terms based on risk assessments
• Collecting of past due accounts, including working with outside agencies and attorneys on collections
• Daily invoicing
• Claims/credit processing
• Cash application
• Prepare cash on delivery notifications
• Prepare prepayment notification
• Manage and process liens
• Maintain license and permit bonds
• Performance bonds
• Maintain certificates of insurance files
• Prepare monthly borrowing base certificate
• Process monthly customer statements
• Monthly reconciliations of accounts receivable and deposits
• Manage & process sales tax

Benefits

• Full Benefits
• 401k match
• Profit sharing
• Informal dress code
• Flexible work schedule
• Small, family orientated company atmosphere
• Discount on building materials
• Fun company events
• paid time off and holidays
• health, dental and vision insurance
• health savings account
• flexible spending for medical and daycare
• 401(k) plan and profit sharing
• company paid short and long term disability and basic life insurance
• Education reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree