Accounts Receivables

AFTERMATH•Aurora, IL

2d•$35 - $37

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable Specialist will play a critical role in managing a specific portfolio of accounts and ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices. This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong passion for finance and accounting. Our Accounts Receivable Specialist facilitate accounts receivable functions (collections and closing outstanding invoices) while regularly communicating with customers. This role requires negotiating with insurance adjusters and identifying issues attributing to account delinquency.

Requirements

Knowledge of computers and electronic data processing, including Microsoft Office software, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
Skills in communication and interpersonal relations to interact with Managers, Customers, and Employees professionally and respectfully, to exchange or convey information, both orally and in writing.
High school diploma or GED
1+ years of accounts receivable, billing, or collections experience
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, who enjoys collaborating and partnering together.
Must possess a positive attitude with the ability to build good relationships across the organization and with external partners.
Sense of urgency, with the ability to meet goals and deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to multitask.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment in which requirements and priorities change.
Able to persevere in overcoming obstacles or setbacks, by taking swift and efficient action.
Ability to effectively interface across all levels of the organization.
Must be results oriented, a self-starter, and have strong initiative.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Responsibilities

Provide invoices and supporting documentation to customers and insurance carriers accurately and in a timely manner.
Communicate with customers and insurance adjusters via phone, email, and mail to resolve payment discrepancies, negotiate payments, and collect outstanding balances.
Utilize estimating software such as Xactimate and Symbility to support sales and accounts receivable functions.
Reconciling account data to financials / general ledger (i.e. correct errors, create credit memos).
Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on past due accounts.
Maintain knowledge of insurance industry and support the development of carrier partnerships.
Advise Insurance Support and Sales departments on handling of insurance-paid jobs.
Process customer payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Collaborate with sales teams to address customer inquiries, insurance carrier questions, and issues related to invoicing and payments.
Maintain accurate records of all customer and payer interactions in the accounting system.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the development and implementation of best practices within the accounts receivable function.
Assist Insurance Support Department and Project Support Department as needed (i.e. Filing insurance claims, confirmation of coverage, sending estimates).
Other duties as assigned.