Accounts Receivable Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software/ERP systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with a customer-service orientation.
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work in the United States on a permanent basis; visa sponsorship or support is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Some college education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of Accounts Receivable experience preferred.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all customer invoices.
• Verify that invoices and shipping information are accurate and consistent with the terms of sale.
• Assist the Service Department with customer billing.
• Prepare credit memos and obtain the required supporting documentation and approvals.
• Contact customers regarding payments due and past-due balances.
• Coordinate with customers and banks to verify letters of credit and ensure timely receipt of payments under their terms.
• Recommend credit limits and credit holds to management, and maintain documentation of credit-limit decisions.
• Maintain customer records for invoices, payments, and related issues.
• Review freight bills for accuracy.
• Reconcile incoming cash and invoicing daily, and maintain and reconcile customer deposits.
• Prepare required daily, weekly, and monthly reports on incoming cash and accounts receivable, including forecasts.
• Assist shipping and marketing with shipments to ensure accuracy.
• Assist with year-end audit requirements.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide backup support to the Accounts Payable Specialist by assisting with vendor invoices and coordinating timely disbursements as needed.
• Assist with month-end close and support reporting requirements.