Accounts Receivable Specialist - Creative Financial Staffing

Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are currently seeking a dynamic and results driven Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a thriving Finance team. As the chosen candidate, you will play a vital part in overseeing day-to-day Accounts Receivable activities for our client, a leading company in their industry.

Checkout the Highlights for the Accounts Receivable Specialist:

Reporting directly to the Controller, the Accounts Receivable Specialist will be responsible for managing customer credit and collection activities, including credit review, approval, and cash application. This role will also involve updating the cashbook daily and reconciling bank activity.

What We Like About the Accounts Receivable Specialist:

As the Accounts Receivable Specialist, you will find ample opportunities to showcase your skills and make a significant impact. This role involves interacting with customers to resolve inquiries and outstanding issues, issuing credits for allowances and billing errors, and ensuring the accuracy of customer account information. You will play a crucial part in credit application processing, evaluating the creditworthiness of potential new customers based on established guidelines.

Need More Details? Let’s Break it Down:

• Strategic Credit Management: Take ownership of determining, assigning, and regularly reviewing the creditworthiness and allowable credit limits of existing customers, ensuring a proactive approach to financial risk management.
• Credit Application Oversight: Manage the meticulous processing of credit applications, compiling essential information to evaluate the creditworthiness of potential customers according to established company guidelines.
• Collections Leadership: Execute follow-ups on past due accounts and initiate collection procedures as needed, showcasing a diplomatic yet assertive approach to financial interactions.
• Customer Relationship Excellence: Engage with customers effectively to resolve queries and address outstanding issues, fostering positive relationships, and reinforcing the company's commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Credit Issuance Expertise: Skillfully handle the issuance of credits for allowances, programs, and billing errors, demonstrating attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Data Accuracy Stewardship: Uphold the accuracy of customer account information, proactively updating records as necessary to maintain a precise and reliable database.
• Financial Transaction Proficiency: Lead the preparation of bank deposits, skillfully apply customer payments (including credit card transactions) and maintain meticulous records of daily cash receipt activity.

In addition to these responsibilities, you will be involved in processing claims, collecting money for special orders being shipped, filing Sales & Use tax returns, and assisting with other assigned projects.

Do You Have What It Takes to bean Accounts Receivable Specialist?

Education:

• Possess a bachelor's degree, coupled with 3-5 years of preferred experience in the field of Accounts Receivable, showcasing a solid educational foundation.

Versatile Skills/Abilities

• Financial Knowledge: Display in-depth knowledge of credit and collection practices, GAAP, and other financial matters, contributing to the strategic financial success of the organization.
• Effective Communication: Demonstrate strong communication skills, employing clarity and precision in all interactions, both written and verbal.
• Critical Thinking and Problem-solving: Showcase the ability to think critically, analyze situations, and implement effective problem-solving strategies, adding value to decision-making processes.
• Technological Proficiency: Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word, along with experience in ERP systems and overall computer skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a forward-thinking company and contribute to its continued success. Apply now to be part of a dynamic team and take your career to new heights as an Accounts Receivable Specialist!

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