Credit and Collections Specialist

Johnny's Selected Seeds • Fairfield, ME

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Credit and Collections Specialist is responsible for managing all collections, customer invoicing and payment activity, and banking within multiple systems. In addition, this role will provide support during the monthly close process, year-end tasks and annual audits. He or She will also provide ad-hoc financial analysis to support better financial performance metrics.
This position is full-time working closely with all members of the Finance department, with a hybrid schedule option.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable required with collections experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite applications including Excel and Outlook
• Detail-oriented approach to work, with respect for confidentiality

Nice To Haves

• Analytical, reporting and data querying skills a plus
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Motivated and self-starter
• Adaptable, supports and implements change as necessary

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Receivable aging reports and collections on past due accounts and pending orders.
• Manage customer invoicing and payments, ensuring timely entry and delivery to customers.
• Assist with customer inquiries related to billing and payment discrepancies.
• Perform credit checks for new and existing customers.
• Control risk assessments and fraud detection for the company.
• Maintain monthly bank reconciliation for all accounts.
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures for credit evaluations, collections and invoicing.
• Collaborate with internal Sales and Customer Service departments to resolve billing and payment issues.
• Maintain relationships with third-party payment solution providers and collection agencies.
• Assist the Tax Specialist on various inquiries and coverage as needed.
• Monthly general ledger account reconciliations for various assigned accounts, related to receivables.
• Assist with general accounting functions and audits, as business dictates.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of customer and financial data per company policy and data protection regulations.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (HMO, PPO, HSA)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (Medical & Dependent Care)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & Profit Sharing
• 401(k)
• Employee Discount
• Paternal Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Educational Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level