Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist The Accounts Receivable Specialist will be responsible for managing incoming payments, preparing and issuing customer invoices, and ensuring accurate and timely application of payments to maintain strong cash flow. This role will handle account reconciliations, monitor aging reports, and support collections efforts while maintaining positive relationships with clients. In addition, this position will partner with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies, improve processes, and ensure the integrity of financial data. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive, with strong communication and problem-solving skills and a solid understanding of accounts receivable processes and financial systems. This individual will bring a customer-focused mindset, the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment, and a commitment to accuracy and efficiency. This position typically reports to the Accounting Manager or Controller. Responsibilities: Execute a range of foundational accounting tasks in agreement with normal procedures, including general accounting tasks Settle bank accounts, posting and balancing financial data in a variety of ledgers Locate delinquent customer accounts through various means, e.g. skip-tracing, phone contact, written correspondence, and make arrangements for payment Provide information, as requested to shippers, customers, the sales/marketing department and other stakeholders Promote, communicate, and reinforce the mission, values and culture of the organization Process payments and compile segments of monthly closings and annual reports in compliance with GAAP Contact clients to help resolve payment issues; assist in setting up payment plans Test documents and codes Requirements: 2+ years of relevant experience in accounts receivable Strong analytical skills in basic accounts receivable and accounting policy AA or BS/BA degree in Accounting or related field Dependability in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills in particular Attention to detail and proven ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement Good understanding of cash applications Must be self-sufficient, motivated and capable of out of box thinking #J-18808-Ljbffr Ferretti Search