Accounts Receivable Specialist

Position Purpose:

The primary function of an accounts receivable clerk is to ensure (1) accurate payment application (2) payment discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner

Key Responsibilities:

• Post customer payments by recording cash checks credit card transactions daily and payments from online portal
• Post all checks deposits and Received on Account payments in a timely manner
• Pull and post payments from Lockbox
• Adjust incorrect payments from counter sales
• Notify the Credit Department of any unapplied cash/short pays
• Assist in month closing of all AR
• Assist in processing of customer refund checks
• Assist with any projects and tasks required by the Credit & Accounting department
• Other duties as assigned

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

• Reports to the AR Manager/Supervisor
• No direct reports

Travel Requirements:

• N/A

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80%
• Occasionally will move about inside the office to access files office machinery etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Must be able to process customer payments financial documents etc.
• Constantly working in office environment

Working Conditions:

• Primarily works in a professional office environment with prolonged periods of sitting and computer use. Regular use of standard office equipment including computers telephones copiers scanners and printers. Requires frequent keyboarding data entry and reviewing electronic and paper records with attention to detail. Must be able to communicate effectively with customers employees and management via phone email and in person. May be required to handle multiple priorities work under deadlines and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced business environment. Requires the ability to analyze financial information reconcile accounts and maintain confidentiality of sensitive company and customer data. Work may involve extended periods of concentration and screen time while processing payments researching account discrepancies and preparing reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficient Microsoft Office skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of general accounting policy and procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• N/A

Minimum Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Education:

• N/A

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

• 1-3 years of related work experience in credit or accounts receivable preferred

Certifications:

• N/A

Competencies:

• Financial Proficiency: Demonstrate knowledge of financial principles processes systems and tools required to effectively perform job responsibilities and support organizational objectives.
• Analytical Thinking: Utilize data and metrics to identify trends draw conclusions and support decision-making.
• Project Management Expertise: Effectively plan coordinate and executive assigned projects while managing timelines priorities resources and stakeholder expectations.
• Collaboration and Interpersonal Skills: Build positive working relationships and collaborate effectively with employees leaders peers and cross-functional partners.
• Problem-Solving Capability: Identify challenges evaluate potential solutions and recommend practical courses of action that align with the organizational policies and business needs.
• Risk Management Acumen: Understand and adhere to financial policies procedures and controls. Escalate concerns appropriately and supports efforts to reduce organizational risk.
• Adaptability and Continuous Learning: Embrace new technologies processes and ways of working while maintaining effectiveness in a fast-paced environment. Actively seek opportunities for professional development and continuously expand financial knowledge skills and capabilities.
• Attention to Detail: Produce accurate thorough and high-quality work while maintaining focus on details to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Work Location:

• N/A

Job Location:

Tejas Materials Inc. - Houston

1902 Weber St Houston TX 77007

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc. including all its subsidiaries provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin sex gender age disability gender identity sexual orientation citizenship status uniform service veteran status marital status genetic information physical or mental disability or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal state and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position please contact Human Resources at US: View phone number on drjobpro.com or by email to: with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen as permitted by law.

Medical Dental Vision Disability & Life Insurance Wellness Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Stock Purchase Program Paid Holidays & Vacation Days Professional Growth Opportunities Development & Training Programs. All benefits subject to eligibility.

Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency (Agency) the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission offer placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.

Required Experience:

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