Cash Application Specialist

REXEL•Santa Fe Springs, CA

18h•$22 - $27

About The Position

Rexel USA is hiring a Cash Application Specialist to join its Talley team in Santa Fe Springs, California. The role assists management with overseeing the daily operations of the Cash Application team and helps balance and maintain the integrity of the Accounts Receivable asset. Responsibilities also include preparing reports, analyzing data, ensuring proper storage of bank images, and training and mentoring new hires and existing employees. The position helps foster open communication, cooperation, a positive attitude, continuous improvement, and greater efficiency. The Specialist provides guidance and subject matter expertise to the Cash Applications team, directs and prioritizes daily work, and supports reconciliation and cash processing activities. The role also interfaces with the bank, monitors untimely applied items, resolves escalated issues, and reports operational concerns and team performance to management.

Requirements

At least 3 years of Cash Applications or Accounts Receivable experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of working with an ERP computer system.
Understanding of general accounting principles, practices, and procedures, with the ability to follow standard operating procedures.
Strong PC and Microsoft Office skills.
Ability to work as a flexible, enthusiastic, innovative, proactive team player.
Good judgment and ability to know when to escalate a concern.
Demonstrated success setting and achieving goals and meeting deadlines.
Ability to provide outstanding customer service.
Ability to direct staff to meet daily productivity and quality requirements in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage daily operations.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Solid verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with multiple levels of management.
Ability to exercise discretion and judgment when handling confidential and sensitive matters.
Ability to multitask and resolve problems quickly and accurately.
Ability to motivate and direct department performance.
Ability to perform at a high level in a fast-paced, changing work environment.

Nice To Haves

Four-year bachelor's degree.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

Responsibilities

Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to the Cash Applications team, and assist with mentoring team members to achieve daily workload and productivity goals.
Assist with new-hire and ongoing team training on processes, procedures, and performance of key tasks.
Prioritize, delegate, and direct work assignments as a Team Lead.
Assist with reconciliation of Accounts Receivable and Branch accounts.
Complete write-offs and cash receipt corrections as needed.
Perform daily and monthly cash and general ledger reconciliation.
Ensure adjustments, write-offs, and intercompany transfers are completed by month end.
Interface with the bank and resolve issues related to bank feeds and payments.
Ensure documents are properly maintained and controlled.
Ensure daily cash receipts are processed accurately and on time, and minimize deductions.
Monitor untimely applied items and determine their root causes.
Provide accurate productivity and team performance reports to management.
Regularly report issues that negatively affect the Accounts Receivable team to management.
Troubleshoot and resolve escalated or complex issues.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
401(k) with employer match.
Paid vacation and sick time.
Paid company holidays and flexible personal days.
Tuition reimbursement.
Health and wellness programs.
Flexible spending accounts.
HSA accounts.
Commuter transit benefits.
Optional insurance, including pet insurance, legal assistance, critical illness, and home and auto insurance.
Employee discount programs.
Professional training and development programs.
Career advancement opportunities.