Account Processing Specialist

Account Processing Specialist

Account Processing / Data Analyst Let's talk about Canteen One! We are the national account management arm for Canteen, the largest and most experienced food and retail service company in the United States. We help our clients take the best breaks possible by providing unique and customized office coffee, vending, market, and pantry programs from coast-to-coast. Let's talk about Opportunity! As part of Compass Group USA, the 6th largest employer in the world and leader in food service and support services, Canteen One provides you with an opportunity to work with Fortune 500 companies, and become part of a diverse team committed to attracting, retaining, and developing top level talent. If you are passionate about a customer-first, always friendly approach, we think you'll fit right in! Let's talk about Perks! At our North Loop Minneapolis office, we have an awesome office environment filled with perks! Free office coffee and pantry Dress for your Day Canteen Avenue C (market) & Foodsby food delivery Sporting event tickets frequently raffled off Paid time off to volunteer for corporate sponsored events Wellness programs you get the idea! great people. great services. great results. Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar. A fresh approach to great results This is not your grandmother's Accounts Receivable department! Are you a self-motivated Accounts Receivable expert? This is a complex position that handles all activities related to managing Client Accounts Receivable. This entails utilizing systems driven electronic invoicing, processing payments, communicating regularly with Clients and Vendors, reconciling and resolving open Accounts Receivable to a current balance and following up on collections. This position requires a high level of analytical and problem solving skills, and you must be able to identify and define issues, gather data, research possible solutions and resolve each issue to its proper conclusion. The ability to communicate effectively at all levels while maintaining composure in a high pressure, time-sensitive environment will be beneficial to your success in this position. The bar is high, but if you're ready for a challenge, this may be the position for you. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Processing invoices received electronically Processing manually entered invoices Consolidating vendor invoices to bill Clients Managing Client-specific payment terms Cash application Contacting Clients regarding past due invoices Completing an account analysis for each Client Qualifications High school diploma is required A Bachelor's degree, which is strongly preferred, with two or more years of related experience; or an Associate's degree, which is preferred, with five (5) years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma with ten (10) years of relevant experience. High volume work experience with accounts receivable / accounts payable Specific work experience in cash applications with heavy volume of small transactions equaling large payments / dollars; handling complex, small transaction invoicing; and reconciling imbalanced accounts On-the-job experience with maintaining positive client relationships Heavy systems experience with software of a complex nature (i.e. proprietary in-house system) is required. Preferred : ERP system experience (i.e. JDE, SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft). Must have demonstrated high level of proficiency in MS Excel and Word A thorough understanding of business and accounting processes and principles Experience preferred in Business Objects or other report writer software (i.e. Crystal Reports) Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.