Accounts Receivable Specialist

SMA America•Rocklin, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing all aspects of customer accounts receivable. This position collaborates closely with external customers and internal departments to ensure payments are received in a timely manner. This is a hybrid role based out of our Rocklin, CA headquarters, with in-office presence typically required on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with flexibility for additional in-office days as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or relevant years of experience in accounting or finance required.
Minimum of 3 years of accounts receivable experience.
SAP experience required.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in accounts receivable and customer credit management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy required.
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices.
Proficiency in the English language, both written and verbal, is required.

Nice To Haves

Working experience in an international company is a plus.
Spanish and/or German language proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with multiple departments to manage accounts receivable, including milestone accounts, to ensure timely payments from customers through account statements, reconciliations, reminders, demand letters, and payment plans as needed.
Manage and update the AR BI Report and other accounts receivable reports.
Manage and maintain the A/R database, including all accounts receivable collection activity.
Evaluate accounts receivable bad debt risks on a monthly basis and prepare write-off documents as needed.
Manage the U.S. accounts receivable mailbox and respond to customer and internal inquiries in a timely manner.
Support all company audits, including external auditors, internal auditors, and government agencies.
Prepare documentation in the event of customer bankruptcy, including proof of claims.
Support other accounting tasks such as Concur management, Amex reconciliation, check deposits, and accounts payable support as needed.
Other duties as may be required or assigned.