Job Description

The Accounts Receivable Specialist will fully own the day-to-day management of Accounts Receivables. Accounts receivable duties include ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of processing incoming payments, billing customers, and handling collections.

This position addresses tight deadlines and many accounting activities to ensure proper processing and receipt of payments.

Essential Functions

Assist with all month-end closing tasks and prepare schedules to process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
Prepare customer invoices and credits and follow up with internal departments regarding any questions or corrections.
Prepare bank deposits and reconcile bank statements.
Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure all payments are accounted for and correctly posted.
Responsible for working with all internal departments to close orders so they are billed timely.
Verify discrepancies to resolve clients’ billing issues.
Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending monthly statements and contacting clients and customers.
Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status.
Maintain customer account billing information.
Process credit card payments and refunds.
Utilize customer billing portals and websites to submit and track customer invoices and payments.
Assist with obtaining, maintaining organization of, and facilitating communication regarding Certificates of Insurance.
Initiate communication with the manager regarding recommendations for process improvements to streamline efficiency.
Other duties as assigned to support the accounting department or other departments.

Skills

Must have 5+ years recent accounts receivable experience
Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices, and collection regulations
Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records
Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
ERP experience
Proficiency in MS Office
Customer service orientation and negotiation skills
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration, a plus!

Dekra-Lite Industries, Inc.

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