Accounts Receivable Specialist

Talascend is currently seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist for a long-term contract opportunity with our client in Santa Ana, California . Overview The role involves overseeing customer accounts receivable and making collection efforts, managing the A/R confirmations process, and assisting with audits. Responsibilities Oversee customer AR and make collection effort include but not limited to: contacting customers through phone call or e-mail, provide backup information such as individual invoice copies as well as warranty information Manage the A/R confirmations process and assist with various internal/external audits Follow and manage delinquent accounts: contacting, communicating and managing collection agencies. Providing necessary information to facilitate collection effort Provide additional reporting and various support initiatives for different stakeholders such as credit department, RSM, accounting management, etc. Manage and assist payment and other adjustment for AR posting and clearing suspense accounts Perform detailed analysis and obtain back-ups based on policy for the issuance of any credit memo or debit memo Perform any ad hoc projects as assigned by management, independently leading cross functional teams by proactively engaging other departments and personnel as required Assist AR Manager to ensure proper training, development, and delegation of tasks within the team Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field preferred but not required 5-7 years accounts receivable, credit, and/or collections experience in a high volume B2B environment preferred Requirements Proficiency in Excel is a firm requirement SAP experience strongly preferred Strong accounting understanding Excellent customer service skills Ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records Ability to interact with all levels within the organization and have frequent external contacts High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality Effective verbal, listening and written communication skills Ability to work independently or as a team member Integrity Shift Hybrid- Monday -Thursday onsite, Fridays remote We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet thequalifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, otherduties may be assigned as necessary. Drug Screen may be required. We will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California FairChance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to discloseyour criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making aconditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about conviction that is directly related to thejob, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act. Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited toexperience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k),EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on dateof hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates. Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, orveteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr