Accounts Receivable Associate

Penn State University•University Park, IL

9d•$44,628 - $64,668•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable Associate facilitates the accounts receivable lifecycle; ensures accurate and efficient invoicing, payment processing, reconciling, and collection efforts; adheres to defined processes and policies to resolve discrepancies and maintain financial documentation; identifies opportunities to optimize accounts receivable business processes.

Requirements

General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS)
2+ years of relevant experience
Relevant education accepted in lieu of experience
None Required Certifications
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Experience using SAP and SIMBA
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Analytically minded
Strong communication and customer service skills

Responsibilities

Create and maintain business partner information
Prepare invoices and credit memos for external business partners
Process billing efficiently and accurately; post payment receipts; record, review, and verify transaction and account balance; prepare and make bank deposits
Reconcile general ledgers, credits, chargebacks, checks, advances, credit cards/Echecks and cash; audit GL accounts on a regular cadence
Respond to customer inquiries; research, verify, and resolve concerns and discrepancies
Prepare accounts receivable periodic statements and reports; prepare reports that help to analyze and summarize trends
Investigate and track outstanding invoices, verify status of accounts, communicate and follow up regarding collection efforts and receipt of payments
Ensure that all transactions are compliant with policies and procedures
Answer and route phone calls