Vendor Accounting Specialist

BlueStar US•Hebron, KY

About The Position

BlueStar is a leading global solutions-based distributor of Point-of-Sale, Bar-coding, data collection, radio frequency identification (RFID), and Wireless mobility products. BlueStar works exclusively with Value Added Reseller Partners, providing them with complete solutions at competitive prices. The company brings unequaled expertise to the market, offers award-winning technical support, and is an authorized service center for a growing number of manufacturers. Vendor Accounting Specialist Job Description To provide general accounting services which include accounts payable, accounts receivable and support of the Accounts Payable Manager in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounts payable department. This position's primary responsibility is to keep Vendor Accounts current and accurate on our Accounts Receivable Subledger.

Requirements

2 year degree preferred but not required, High School Diploma or equivalent minimum
Prior Accounting Experience preferred in Collections or Payables
Mid to High level experience of Excel including VLOOKUP and Pivot tables
Proven computer skills including accounting software and Excel
Proven verbal and written communications skills
Confirmed team player with good superior and peer relationship skills
Successful record of effective customer relations skills.
Self-motivated, with a proactive attitude towards work and demonstrated belief in continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Monthly Calculation and Invoice Issuance for Price Exception Claims, pricing rebates and discounts owed to BlueStar from vendors.
Collaboration with the Marketing Team Vendor Line Leads to resolve any disputes between claims and credits issued by the vendor.
Collaboration with the Receiving and Purchasing Teams to resolve any disputes between RMA/Return claims and credits issued by the vendor.
Lead meetings with Vendors and Internal team members to resolve disputes and collection issues on accounts.
Review and Entry of Vendor Credit Memos into Accounts Payable
Review and Entry of Vendor Credit Memos into Accounts Receivable
Net Open Customer Credits to application Customer Invoices to maintain a current statement of account in Accounts Receivable
Collections of all Vendor Receivables – will serve as a collector on our vendor accounts to ensure all claims owed to us are received from the vendor
Management of accounts > 90 days that are uncollectible and need deducted from our payments to vendors
Collaboration with Accounts Payable Team Vendor owners to ensure disputes are resolved timely.
Ensure all financial deadlines are met
Participate in various accounting projects including coordination and fulfillment of audit requests
Assist in other areas of the office as needed