Cash Receipts Specialist

Viega Group•Broomfield, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cash Receipts Specialist is responsible for performing accounts receivable functions, checking and posting very large incoming payments; pulling bank reports, assisting with data entry of A/R debits, credits and customer deductions; reconciling and balancing bank accounts; processing and reviewing daily bank statements; works with the Accounts Receivable Specialists on deductions of payments.

Requirements

Knowledge of computer programs, SAP a plus
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Knowledge of accounts receivable and general ledger maintenance a plus
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Good organizational skills
Ability to use 10-key by touch
Ability to work in a team environment
High School diploma or equivalent required
1-2 years cash receipts posting experience required
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Additional college-level courses in mathematics, business, computers and/or accounting preferred

Responsibilities

Processes and applies daily cash receipts from lockbox, ACH’s, Wire Transfers, live checks and credit cards payments
Accurately posts incoming deposits to customer accounts and open invoices
Records all applied transactions in the Cash Application Log
Identifies, codes and documents deductions (short pays) and overpayments to facilitate accurate follow-up by the Accounts Receivable team
Researches and resolves payment discrepancies, particularly for payments received without a remittance advice, working with internal team members as needed
Posts non-accounts receivable cash receipts directly to the general ledger
Daily reconciliation of the bank deposits with cash postings
Generates and reviews previous and same day bank reports
Ensures all payments are posted within departmental timeframes
Performs various administrative functions, including but not limited to: making copies, filing, scanning, etc.
Assists with answering accounts receivable questions as needed.
Assists with special projects as needed.
Attends meetings as needed or requested.
Performs other duties as required or assigned.