Accounts Receivable Specialist

Description

Job Title

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Location

Plano, TX, USA

Roles Responsibilities

• Log in to client's Portal on a daily basis to review invoices and anticipated deductions

• Obtain back-up information for discrepancies such as shortages, RTV, pricing, trade discounts and freight on client's Portal

• Ensure line items on the client account are properly coded for clearing and matching of charge backs and credits in SAP

• Reconcile and resolve credit balances to avoid past due

• Provide customer with an AR status to resolve outstanding discrepancies and ensure that all issues are addressed with the client within the required time period

• Work closely - most likely on a daily basis with our warehouse (LPS) for claims, POD discrepancies to resolve outstanding chargebacks and past due invoices

• Handle special projects assigned by management and provide weekly updates

• Interact with various departments to ensure proper work flow and escalate appropriately

Skills

• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to identify discrepancies and inconsistencies

• Strong attention to details is of paramount importance in this role

• Diplomacy and ability to deal with difficult situations

• Excellent Oral & Written Communication Skills

• Solid Microsoft Office skills (Word & Excel) V-lookup and Pivot tables (Macros a+)

• AI tool implementation and usage skills in the job function preferred

• Attitude towards work and timeliness in completing daily tasks

• Sense of urgency to get it done required Relationship Management

• Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment

• Experience with SAP or similar ERP system preferred

Education

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in the job offered or similar related field including but not limited to accounting or finance