Accounts Receivable Specialist I

Cox Automotive is hiring an Accounts Receivable Specialist 1. This position will be responsible for day-to-day activities for assigned Cox Automotive Mobility Clients and responsible for statement processes, account reconciliation, reporting, payment follow up, working with locations on disputes, and partnering with the Cash Application team regarding remittance details and reconciliation of On Account funds. This role will report to the Accounts Receivable Supervisor position.
**Candidate may work remotely but should reside in driving distance to a Cox Automotive hub or corporate location.**
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Transmit statements to Clients based on designated interval, format, and method
• Review on account funds with clients for application or refund
• Follow up with Clients via email and phone calls on outstanding invoices that are deemed aged and fall outside of standard payment terms
• Participation in regularly scheduled collection meetings via Microsoft Teams
• Partner with Operations/Services locations to collect required backup documentation needed for any disputed invoices via email, phone calls, and Teams meetings
• Review credit cap report and follow up with clients nearing/exceeding credit limits
• Update Invoice Tracker with details of invoice status
• Work closely with Accounts Receivable Supervisor on special assignments / projects as required
• Answer Inbound Calls during regular business hours
Other duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Generally 2 years' experience of Accounts Receivable
• Understanding of the automotive mobility industry strongly preferred
• Experience working with internal and external customers to resolve issues
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Excellent organizational, problem solving and analytical skills
Proficient in PC Skills, including the use of Microsoft Office Suites

USD 15.87 - 23.75 per hour
Compensation:
Hourly base pay rate is $15.87 - $23.75/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.
Benefits:
Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.
About Cox Automotive
At Cox Automotive, people of every background are driven by their passion for mobility, innovation and community. We transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars, accelerating the industry with global powerhouse brands like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim and more. What's more, we do it all with an emphasis on employee growth and happiness. Drive your future forward and join Cox Automotive today!
About Cox
Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today!
Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page .
Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.
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