Cash Application Specialist

J&J Snack Foods•La Vergne, TN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”. POSITION SUMMARY: The Cash Application Specialist is responsible for processing and reconciling customer payments, including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit card transactions. This role ensures timely and accurate application of cash receipts to customer accounts, investigates and resolves discrepancies, and collaborates with internal teams to maintain accurate accounts receivable records. The specialist plays a key role in optimizing cash flow, supporting month-end close activities, and maintaining compliance with company policies and financial controls.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent with 2+ years’ cash application posting experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Must be comfortable working with JD Edwards.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Effective communication and teamwork
Customer focused with a professional approach

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP, Oracle) preferred

Responsibilities

Apply customer payments (check, ACH, wire, credit card) to invoices accurately and timely within JDE EnterpriseOne
Research and resolve payment discrepancies, collaborating with customers and internal teams (Sales, Facilities, AR)
Process and resolve deductions (valid and invalid) in accordance with company procedures
Post and reconcile cash transactions, including payments, adjustments, charges, and refunds
Monitor daily cash application workflows to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to quality standards
Maintain and distribute daily cash reporting (e.g., cash tracker) and support related analysis
Review and route lockbox/mail payments to appropriate teams
Communicate and coordinate resolution of payment related issues with AR and cross-functional partners
Perform daily audits and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
Support team operations, including training assistance and special projects as needed