Accounts Receivable Specialist

Crescent Foods•Mokena, IL

19h

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable Specialist will assist in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients. The A/R Specialist will make certain that invoices are submitted accurately and timely. This position typically works traditional hours, but occasionally may need to work additional hours during month-end close to successfully meet customers’ needs.

Requirements

Advanced interpersonal and team building skills
Proven bookkeeping skills
Exceptional level of attention to detail and accuracy
Analytical and solutions focused
Organized and especially effective at time management
Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral
Computer skills including the ability to utilize Microsoft Office and SAP
BS or BA in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience in an Accounting related role

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing accounting experience preferred.
SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
Set up new customer accounts
Routinely perform reconciliations to maintain accounts
Manage collection efforts by reviewing customer’s credit limits, delinquencies, and credit holds as needed
Prepare daily invoices accurately by verifying dates, quantities, prices, and related references
Send invoices timely and via appropriate method per customer (i.e., e-mail, EDI, or as required by customers)
Preparation of credit memos as needed
Research and address discrepancies and/or customer issues
Recording and reconciling of incoming payments
Resolving payment discrepancies
Maintain current aging reports and records
Create carrier claims invoices in a timely matter
Issue OTIF claims invoices in a timely matter
Assist with month-end close processes and provide support for audits as needed
Work closely with sales to provide updates on customer payment status, invoices, discrepancies.
Support in other duties/projects as required.