Accounts Receivable Specialist

We've partnered with a growing organization that's looking to hire an Accounts Receivable Specialist. This is a great opportunity with a local Grand Rapids company that will allow you to grow in your career while learning new skills along the way. The ideal candidate will be self motivative, have a passion for learning and wants to add more financial and analytical skills to their experience. If you're seeking a positive and encouraging environment, this opportunity will be a great fit for you!

Accounts Receivable Specialist Responsibilities :

Process accounts receivable transactions, including cash application and invoice generation

Follow up on past-due accounts and collaborate with the sales team to resolve outstanding issues, including reviews of aging reports with comments

Reconcile applied cash and prepare related reports

Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly AR performance reports

Sales analysis of products, including weekly review of trends, patterns, and insight into profitability

Utilize sales tax software to set up and maintain sales tax exemptions and review expiring exemptions

Complete complex credit process for recycling material purchases

Work with customer service to resolve sales tax issues

Investigate and resolve AR-related issues for assigned customer accounts

Set up new customers in ERP system and maintain customer account information Including following process and credit checks. Flag concerns

Create manual invoices, process adjustments, and correct billing errors as needed

Communication and track issues, roadblocks, or delays, ensuring timely resolution

Using problem solving processes to identify root problems and recommend solutions

Support system upgrades, process improvements, and AR software enhancements through real life processes & data testing

Participate in cross-functional teams to improve processes and find solutions

Recommend past due accounts for reserve and work with collection agency for collections

Ensure all AR activities comply with corporate policies and standards

Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives

Accounts Receivable Specialist Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

2-5 years of relevant experience

Use of and solid understanding of ERP systems and financial accounting principles; QAD experience is a plus

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with customers, sales team, and internal employees. Ability to collaborate across teams for problem solving

Self-motivated with a proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving

Capable of working independently with minimal supervision

Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex accounts receivable issues

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration within Finance and Operations teams

Salary : $60,000-$75,000

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