Accounts Receivable & Collections Representative

Schwan's Company•Marshall, MN

5d•$20 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors, and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation, and the power of food to bring people together. We are hiring an Accounts Receivable & Collections Representative in our Marshall, MN office. In this role, you will be responsible for optimizing cash flow by managing all aspects related to Customer Finance, including, but not limited to cash application, collecting past due invoices, investigating and resolving customer finance concerns.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business or equivalent experience
Typically has 1-3 year’s related experience.
Intermediate Computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Demonstrates the ability to use observations to draw risk conclusions
Basic knowledge of SAP beneficial
Able to work effectively under limited supervision
Ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities and meet deadlines
Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing
Intermediate ability to conduct numeric analysis
Attention to detail and accuracy
Basic problem solving skills
Organizational skills
Work effectively in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment
Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information

Responsibilities

Secure timely payments, resolve past-due accounts, and research deductions (e.g., pricing, promotions, OS&D) while engaging cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and prevent invalid deductions.
Apply accounts receivable policies accurately, maintain confidentiality, and act as a liaison between customers and internal teams to resolve credit, pricing, and order-to-cash issues.
Process invoice corrections, ensure balanced accounts, and complete period-end reconciliations within specified timelines.
Achieve KPIs such as ADP and Percent Current while leveraging advanced technical skills to utilize internal and external systems effectively.
Identify trends in deductions and implement proactive measures to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
Build strong relationships with customers and internal teams while upholding company values, ethics, and standards.