Accounts Receivable Associate

Who we are? As the world's largest organization of board-certified pathologists and leading provider of laboratory accreditation and proficiency testing programs, the College of American Pathologists (CAP) serves patients, pathologists, and the public by fostering and advocating excellence in the practice of pathology and laboratory medicine worldwide. In 2020, the CAP was recognized as one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for the fifth year. The CAP was also recognized as a socially responsible employer by Center for Companies That Care for the sixth year.
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Brief Description The Accounts Receivable Associate is responsible for: Process customer cash receipts and resolving payment discrepancies.Working independently with overall direction from the Supervisor, Accounts Receivable.Specific Duties Primary duties and responsibilities of the Accounts Receivable Associate: Prepare bank deposits (manual deposits) as assigned, date stamp remits.Process all customer modes of payment: Lockbox, Check deposits, Direct Deposits, and Credit Card Payments.Access and process third party vendor credit card on file paymentsTrack and balance related cash batches to ensure month end close is accurately reported.Download, import and store daily files from BMO Harris related to the different pay methods.Research and resolve and follow up with customers on account inquiries related to short payments and over payments.Accurate analysis and storage of daily remittances and cash application detailsWork directly with internal staff (CDM, Membership, International) to resolve payment discrepancies and accurately record cash.Assist with other projects in department as needed.Provide supporting documentation during annual auditKnowledge / Skills Required / Preferred Personal: Good written and oral communication skills.Attention to detail. Professional: General knowledge of accounting.Good understanding of different financial ERP systems navigationDemonstrates the CAP leadership values: Partnership, Respect, Accountability, Communication, and Excellence Technical: Proficiency with Microsoft Office softwareGood analytical and math skillsExperience with customer support and financial systems
Education / Experience Education: High school graduate. Experience: 2 years experience in accounting department:Preferably in cash application or Accounts Receivable. Related certifications: N/A
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Equal Opportunity Employer The CAP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, ancestry, disability or genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, order of protection status, homelessness, or any other characteristic protected by federal law and the applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act Equal Employment Opportunity Employee Polygraph Protection ActPandoLogic.Category: Finance, Keywords: Accounts Payable or Receivable Specialist