Accounts Receivable Associate

Detector Electronics LLC•Bloomington, MN

About The Position

Det-Tronics is a $200M global technology leader in industrial life safety solutions, specializing in high-end flame and gas detection and automation control systems. As part of Spectrum Safety Solutions—with 1,500 employees across 20+ countries—we serve mission-critical environments in oil & gas, clean energy, marine, and infrastructure. Backed by Sentinel Capital Partners, we’re driving innovation and growth across our portfolio. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable (AR) Associate to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing collections, performing account reconciliations, and ensuring the accuracy of customer payments and billing activities. This position is ideal for candidates with 3-5 years of hands-on experience in accounts receivable, collections, and account reconciliation. A background in accounting or finance is preferred.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in accounts receivable, collections, and account reconciliation.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment is a plus.
Familiarity with ERP systems, specifically in an accounts receivable context.
Knowledge of relevant financial regulations and best practices.
Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes, including collections, cash application, and account reconciliations.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point; experience with accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) is preferred.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and internal teams.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

Proactively manage and follow up on outstanding customer invoices.
Contact customers to resolve any overdue accounts and ensure timely payments.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers to facilitate timely resolution of billing issues.
Identify and escalate accounts at risk of delinquency to the AR/AP Manager.
Reconcile customer accounts to ensure all payments, credits, and invoices are accurately recorded.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies between customer records and internal accounting records.
Prepare monthly aging reports and assist in identifying potential collection issues.
Ensure that all invoices are accurate, processed in a timely manner, and comply with company policies.
Collaborate with internal departments (Sales, Customer Service, etc.) to resolve billing discrepancies.
Accurately apply customer payments to the appropriate accounts, including researching and resolving payment discrepancies.
Assist in preparing weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports on accounts receivable aging, cash flow, and collections performance.
Maintain detailed records of communication and collection efforts.
Complete Lien Waivers and Vendor ACH forms
Work closely with cross-functional teams (Sales, Customer Service, and Finance) to ensure seamless resolution of customer billing issues.
Assist the AR/AP Manager with month-end and year-end closing procedures.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with company contributions
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Holidays
Flexible scheduling options
Career development programs
Training opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness resources
Global mobility support
Participation in our Ownership Program, empowering employees to share in our success