Accounts Receivable Specialist - Temporary

Company Description
Permatex, Inc. a division of Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW); is a leading manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of premium chemical products to the automotive maintenance and repair, home and hardware markets. Core brands include: Permatex®, Fast Orange®, Spray Nine®, the Right Stuff® and Devcon® Home.
Job Description
Permatex is currently looking for a Temporary Account Receivable Specialist for a 3-4-month assignment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare daily cash receipts for processing - ACH, Wire and Checks
• Process Accounts Receivable transactions - Credit Memos, Debit Memos, Chargebacks, Research Deductions according to the Expenditure Authorization Policy
• Work with the Customer Service department to resolve any discrepancies
• Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Review and release/hold orders entered that are on credit check
• Perform account reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner (Bank Reconciliation, Intercompany activity, etc.)
• Manage collection efforts and associated functions - customer follow-ups, providing invoice copies, statements, etc.
• Month End Journal Entries as required
• Provide support for internal and external audits
• Continuous evaluation of current policies and recommendations for process improvements
• Perform ad hoc tasks - process documentation, customer account reviews to update records, etc.
• Perform other accounting, financial or administrative tasks, including special projects, that may be required.

Qualifications
Qualifications

• At minimum, an associate degree in Accounting or related field
• 3-4 years of experience with collections, invoicing, and/or Accounts Receivable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications - Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Strong Excel skills required (Pivot tables, V-Lookup, Sum if statements)
• Ability to analyze large sets of data
• Knowledge of GAAP and basic accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail with a dedication to accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong sense of urgency and professional follow-up protocol
• High level of organization and work-flow implementation
• High degree of familiarity with Accounts Receivable functions
• Knowledge of JDEdwards system a plus

Additional Information
ITW is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. EEO is the law. ITW invites any employee and/or applicant to review the Company's Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by emailing katie.craig@permatex.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Katie Craig at (440) 914-3166. No other calls will be accepted.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.