Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist

Kinperium-Hiniker LLC•Mankato, MN

just now•Onsite

About The Position

Kinperium-Hiniker LLC (Hiniker) is a Minnesota based manufacturer with roots in the agricultural equipment industry going back to 1970. They are known for building tough, productive, reliable agricultural equipment such as cultivators, shredders, cover crop seeders, and NH3 monitors. In 1995, Hiniker expanded into designing and manufacturing snow removal equipment, including the Hiniker C-Plow, Scoop Plow, spreaders, and skid steer plows. In 2024, they further expanded their offerings with the acquisition of Daniels Plows. The Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist is responsible for managing customer accounts, reducing outstanding receivables, and ensuring timely payment of invoices. This role focuses on proactive communication, resolving billing issues, maintaining accurate records, and supporting overall cash-flow objectives. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, persistent, customer-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
1–3 years of experience in A/R, collections, or related accounting function.
Strong communication and negotiation skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to handle difficult conversations professionally.
Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, QuickBooks, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.).
Intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUP, filtering, basic formulas).
Strong time management and organizational abilities.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business preferred.

Responsibilities

Contact customers via phone, email, and portal messaging to secure payment on outstanding invoices.
Monitor aging reports and prioritize accounts based on risk level and days past due.
Document all collection activities in the accounting system.
Negotiate payment arrangements (Upon approval from Corporate Controller) and follow up to ensure commitments are met.
Identify delinquent accounts and recommend escalation when necessary.
Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, short payments, and disputes.
Collaborate with sales, customer service, and operations to obtain missing information or approvals.
Reissue corrected invoices or supporting documentation as needed.
Coordinate with the cash application team to ensure payments are applied correctly.
Follow up on unapplied or misapplied payments.
Prepare weekly/monthly reports on overdue accounts, collection activities, and risk trends.
Provide account status updates to management and participate in A/R review meetings.
Maintain professional, positive relationships with customers while enforcing credit and payment terms.
Educate customers on billing procedures, online payment methods, and credit policies.