Accounts Receivable Specialist I

Accounts Receivable Specialist I

The position of Accounts Receivable Specialist I is of great significance to Valley Wide Cooperative. This position is responsible for AR payment posting, posting AR adjustments, AR account reconciliations and assisting with other department tasks as assigned.

Job Summary :

These are the basic requirements of the position and must be performed competently.

• Process and post daily AR payments.
• Answer customer calls regarding questions about the customer's account.
• Assist in resolving customer issues related to their accounts.
• Update customer account data.
• Answer general credit inquiries.
• Process and enter adjustments to customers' accounts.
• Assist with monthly customer statement process.
• Reconcile customer account balances and payments.
• Work on special projects as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Qualifications/Prerequisites:

• 2+ years of accounting or A/R related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have strong work ethics.
• Must be well organized and a self-starter.
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and 10-key.
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with employees and customers in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

Valley Wide Cooperative