Accounts Receivable Specialist

Provide support for department functions with specific responsibility for performing activities related to the accurate processing of authorized invoices; recording, updating and reconciling related financial information; and providing instructions and/or accounting support to other personnel in accordance with established practices.

• Reconcile BOL's and process invoices to customers
• Answer customer questionsregardingproblems with their accounts or company projects.
• Locate and notify customers of delinquent accounts by mail and telephone to solicit payment.
• Confer with customers by telephone or in person to determine reasons for overdue payments and to review the terms of sales, service, or credit contracts.
• Monitors account balances and related financial activity for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate and complying with established financial practices.
• Participates in meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Performs pre-audits of all invoices for the purpose of ensuring accuracy and appropriateness prior to payment in compliance with district and state rules, guidelines and statutes.
• Processes financial information for the purpose of updating and distributing information, authorizing for action and/or complying with established accounting practices.
• Receives classifies and receipts money for the purpose of recording financial transactions.
• Reconciles financial data for the purpose of maintaining accurate account balances and ensuring compliance with established accounting practices.
• Research discrepancies of financial information and/or documentation for the purpose of ensuring accuracy and adhering to established procedures prior to processing.
• Assists auditors for the purpose of providing support and documentation on internal processes for accounts payable and receivable.
• Assists on month-end activities
• Create financial reports following the financial reporting schedule.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Meticulously detail-oriented and take pride in accuracy.
• Developing and implementing inventory control systems and practices.
• Strong organizational skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Motivated self-starter who is willing to work independently and with teams to accomplish goals.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Detail oriented, highly accurate, adaptable, and willing to pick up various responsibilities as needed.
• Ability to juggle several tasks with varied priorities and to work with minimum supervision.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to work closely with all internal departments as well as customers, vendors, suppliers, etc.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to follow procedures and keep records effectively.

• Minimum of two years of experience working in a previous accounting role. This could be as an Accounting Clerk, Bookkeeper or as an Accounting Technician.
• Experience working in an office is also essential.
• Minimum of high school diploma with a preference to have an Associate's Degree.
• Experience:
  
  At least three years of experience in corporate collections required.
• Knowledge of Quickbooks, although not required.
• Excellent organizational and communications skills required, as well as outstanding customer service skillsand the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment is required.
• Special
  
  Skills Required:
  
  Proficiency in basic math and accounting skills.
• Experience of working in a high volume, fast paced environment.
• Must have intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Ability to interact effectively with employees and other individuals.
• Ability to function effectively with moderate to high levels of stress in a demanding and dynamic environment.
• Able to wear prescribed personal protective equipment and appropriate clothing.
• Lift up to 50lbs.
• Effectively read, write, speak, and communicate in English fluently.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Ability to walk, bend, climb, crouch, lean, reach, and other physical movements as required to perform duties effectively and efficiently.
• Work in conditions typical of a manufacturing environment, including noise, extreme temperatures and humidity, odors, dust, etc.
• Effectively use a computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse, as well as commonly used equipment and software to complete necessary functions.
• Finger dexterity, visual acuity, discernment of sounds, color, and texture.
• Must be able to use tools, equipment, machinery, etc.
• Must be reliable and dependable.
• Must have the physical and mental ability to drive a standard forklift successfully. AWIP will certify.
• Must have omnidirectional spatial awareness necessary to operate Combi Lift forklift.
• Ability to travel by automobile, airplane, and other modes of economy class public…