Position Summary:
The AR Specialist is a professional who manages the collection of outstanding accounts receivables form clients and customers. In addition, they may be responsible for other aspects of collections, resolve customer billing problems and reducing the amount of accounts receivables.
Responsibilities:
· Collect receivables from customers in a timely manner.
· Monitoring customer accounts daily and identifying funding trends.
· Manage customer and vendor relationships.
· Assisting in the recording of payments for assigned accounts.
· Distribute and collect lien waivers in conjunction with weekly check runs to receive funding.
· Research and resolve billing issues in a timely manner through collaboration with accounts payable and billing staff.
· Prepare credit applications as requested.
· Prepare reports on collection activities and progress for management review.
· Reconcile AR aging on a monthly basis.
· Assist with billing process as needed.
· Work with accounting team on special projects to meet deadlines.
· Work with operations to ensure a fluent billing process.
Requirements and skills:
· High School Diploma or equivalent required.
· 3 to 5 years of work experience in a collections or accounts receivable department.
· Strong independent research ability.
· Basic understanding of accounting principles and procedures.
· Knowledge of billing process, industry regulations and lien compliance.
· Experience with Sage 300 accounting software or similar accounting software.
· Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
· High attention to detail with the ability to multitask.
· Ability to act responsibly and ethically with sensitive financial information.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Accounts receivable: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person