Job Description
Duties and responsibilities
- Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE.
- Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.
- Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
- Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent accountholders to request payment.
- Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
- Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Manager and other staff.
- Collaborates with the Collections Manager to reconcile ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis.
- Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
- Assists Accounting Manager in reconciling revenue accounts each month.
- Copies, files, and retrieves materials for ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE as needed.
- Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
These are the qualifications that are necessary for someone to be considered for the position.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
- Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.
- Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Education qualifications include:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelors degree in Accounting preferred.
- At least two years of related experience required.
Working conditions
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Benefits
401K
Paid vacation & personal time
Onsite & free parking
Onsite fitness center & personal training staff