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Form of workAccounts Receivable Analyst
Duluth, GA
3+ Month Contract
Pay: 35/hr, W 2
8:00AM-5:00PM (M-F)
HYBRID ROLE; IN THE OFFICE TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY
INTERVIEWS REQUIRED (WILL BE CONDUCTED VIA MS TEAMS)
END DATE SET AT 04/05/2024, BUT THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF AN EXTENSION
Description:
The opportunity:
The AR Analyst will actively manage an A/R portfolio of non-standard complex aged transactions and accounts. This role is highly analytical and is responsible for researching and reconciling customer disputes, payments, credits, and invoices to reflect the proper status and balance of the customer's account receivable. Position handles significant high volumes of transactions which requires fast decision making and a self-starter requiring minimal supervision. This is a critical role in reducing Accounts Receivable exposure by ensuring assigned portfolio is pro-actively monitored, and issue resolution efforts are prompt, effective and according to company policy and procedures. This role is responsible for supporting and reporting key performance indicators as well as supporting the development and execution of Invoice to Cash operation strategies, projects, and initiatives. The AR Analyst is ultimately tasked with driving and reporting on the reduction of the company's exposure risk within acceptable levels.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all internal/external customers within assigned A/R portfolio
Research and reconcile complex aged AR exposure and resolve with customer.
Analyze trends and identify potential for process improvement within assigned portfolio
Monitor and track the daily analysis of billing discrepancies, past due invoices, customer disputed invoices/short-payments and unapplied cash on a very high volume-based activity
Maintain weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly spreadsheets/department account reporting (includes record of disputes, internal/external customer correspondence, actions taken and escalation points).
Day to day handling of escheatment exposure, process, and reporting
Keep management informed of all potential risk exposure discovered during reconciliation process and analytical reviews
Collaborate and interact cross functionally with varying levels of business stakeholders and management at local plant/mill and sales level to obtain necessary information to resolve aged A/R balances
Work with Business Units and division stakeholders to reconcile and resolve aged credit memos
Recommend accounts for write-off, bad-debt reserve, or payment plans
Collaborate with Credit department to manage risk exposed accounts and proper handling of default accounts
Actively participate on project teams as a part of the Order to Cash organization to drive continuous improvements throughout the business
Assist in resolution of complex issues associated with accounts assigned to other Collection Associates
Assists with requests for annual audit and quarterly reviews, as well as ad hoc reports throughout the year
Perform other related duties as assigned such as refunds, terms due date change requests, final demands, etc.
Relevant Education and/or Requirements for this role include:
Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related field preferred
5 years of experience working with large corporate ERP such as JDE or Oracle
5 years customer service, dispute resolution, cash application research/ analysis, account reconciliation and/or overall Accounts Receivable experience in a large manufacturing company
High degree of comfort with numbers, and reconciliation of transactions and balances
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong understanding of Order to Cash transaction lifecycle
Leadership and analytical skills
Awareness and understanding of SOX audit requirements in a publicly traded company
Knowledge of MS Office Software applications, including Excel. Must exhibit advanced Excel skills
Must be able to work independently with initiative in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with all levels of department management and with customers in a highly professional manner
What we offer:
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
Duluth, GA
3+ Month Contract
Pay: 35/hr, W 2
8:00AM-5:00PM (M-F)
HYBRID ROLE; IN THE OFFICE TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY
INTERVIEWS REQUIRED (WILL BE CONDUCTED VIA MS TEAMS)
END DATE SET AT 04/05/2024, BUT THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF AN EXTENSION
Description:
The opportunity:
The AR Analyst will actively manage an A/R portfolio of non-standard complex aged transactions and accounts. This role is highly analytical and is responsible for researching and reconciling customer disputes, payments, credits, and invoices to reflect the proper status and balance of the customer's account receivable. Position handles significant high volumes of transactions which requires fast decision making and a self-starter requiring minimal supervision. This is a critical role in reducing Accounts Receivable exposure by ensuring assigned portfolio is pro-actively monitored, and issue resolution efforts are prompt, effective and according to company policy and procedures. This role is responsible for supporting and reporting key performance indicators as well as supporting the development and execution of Invoice to Cash operation strategies, projects, and initiatives. The AR Analyst is ultimately tasked with driving and reporting on the reduction of the company's exposure risk within acceptable levels.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all internal/external customers within assigned A/R portfolio
Research and reconcile complex aged AR exposure and resolve with customer.
Analyze trends and identify potential for process improvement within assigned portfolio
Monitor and track the daily analysis of billing discrepancies, past due invoices, customer disputed invoices/short-payments and unapplied cash on a very high volume-based activity
Maintain weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly spreadsheets/department account reporting (includes record of disputes, internal/external customer correspondence, actions taken and escalation points).
Day to day handling of escheatment exposure, process, and reporting
Keep management informed of all potential risk exposure discovered during reconciliation process and analytical reviews
Collaborate and interact cross functionally with varying levels of business stakeholders and management at local plant/mill and sales level to obtain necessary information to resolve aged A/R balances
Work with Business Units and division stakeholders to reconcile and resolve aged credit memos
Recommend accounts for write-off, bad-debt reserve, or payment plans
Collaborate with Credit department to manage risk exposed accounts and proper handling of default accounts
Actively participate on project teams as a part of the Order to Cash organization to drive continuous improvements throughout the business
Assist in resolution of complex issues associated with accounts assigned to other Collection Associates
Assists with requests for annual audit and quarterly reviews, as well as ad hoc reports throughout the year
Perform other related duties as assigned such as refunds, terms due date change requests, final demands, etc.
Relevant Education and/or Requirements for this role include:
Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related field preferred
5 years of experience working with large corporate ERP such as JDE or Oracle
5 years customer service, dispute resolution, cash application research/ analysis, account reconciliation and/or overall Accounts Receivable experience in a large manufacturing company
High degree of comfort with numbers, and reconciliation of transactions and balances
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong understanding of Order to Cash transaction lifecycle
Leadership and analytical skills
Awareness and understanding of SOX audit requirements in a publicly traded company
Knowledge of MS Office Software applications, including Excel. Must exhibit advanced Excel skills
Must be able to work independently with initiative in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with all levels of department management and with customers in a highly professional manner
What we offer:
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
