Accounts Receivable Specialist

Wolter, Inc.•Brookfield, WI

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Position summary: Perform accounting duties to support the receipt and tracking of payments from customers. General Purpose: Assist the credit department in maintaining accounts receivable records, including preparing entries, posting, editing, checking, and tracking payments.

Requirements

Must partner with credit and accounting staff members to ensure effective communications
Must implement systems and controls to ensure compliance with our credit and accounting practices.
Must have strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities at the same time.
Associates Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience (2+ years).
Strong attention to detail and organization skills
Strong analytical/problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize and multi-task
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Commitment to company vision and mission.

Nice To Haves

Awareness of lean business principles
Sufficient knowledge of our various departments and their procedures.

Responsibilities

Accurately post customer payments received in all formats: wire, ACH, credit cards, checks and petty cash
Manage daily receivables reports to ensure timely completion
Research and reconcile payment discrepancies
Post Journal Entries & A/R Adjustments
Review, maintain and document customer “Remit” email correspondence
Communicate with customers and internal departments to clarify payment details and resolve discrepancies
Research and accurately set up new customers in database
Review customer credit using CreditSafe and references to assign appropriate credit limits
Monthly GL Account Reconciliations
Complete various A/R reports for management
Complete Month-End closing responsibilities.
Perform other duties or projects as assigned by Credit Manager or CFO.