Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Applied Systems, Inc.•Chicago, IL

2d•$46,000 - $54,500•Hybrid

About The Position

Applied Systems, Inc., a worldwide leader in insurance technology, is currently searching for an Accounts Receivable Coordinator to become an essential member of our accounting team. In this role, you will be processing accounts receivable related activity while following established policies and procedures. It is a hybrid role which will involve mainly working from home. There will be the occasional occurrence that in office presence is requested for collaboration and teambuilding. This is a remote role but only local to the Chicago market

Requirements

Minimum 1-3 years of practical accounting/bookkeeping experience
Working knowledge of MS Excel and other Microsoft products
Understanding of core concepts related to collections including accounts receivable, cash application, customer communication, and management
Working knowledge of basic accounting terminology and procedures
An associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting is preferred; however, we highly value equivalent professional experience and encourage candidates with a strong accounting background to apply.

Nice To Haves

Oracle NetSuite Experience
Familiarity with accounting for foreign currencies such as the Canadian Dollar
Self-Motivated, Eagerness to Learn
Excellent Communication Skills and Organized
Trustworthy, Dependable, & Reliable

Responsibilities

Applying customer payments to appropriate trade receivables in accounting system
Reconciling customer payment activity to bank deposits
Communicating and following up with customers
Collaborating and working with the accounts receivable team including the team manager
Reviewing accounts receivable aging
Assist in special projects as needed