Junior Accounts Receivable Specialist - Temp

As a key member of Penumbra's growing and hardworking Finance team, the Junior Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for maintaining the Accounts Receivables ledgers for all entities through collections, recording of customer payments, resolving and validating account discrepancies, preparation of account reconciliations and summary or detailed reports and analysis to assess collectability of customer balances.

Prepare vendor forms and collect Tax Exempt Certificates for customers

Review and send customer invoices and credit memos

Issue customer account statements

Resolve customer inquiries and send payment reminders

Review and verify posting details of customer payments

Perform customer collection procedures

Research and resolve account discrepancies

Perform customer account monitoring and analysis

Works closely with cross functional departments.

Perform various A/R tasks and ad-hoc projects as requested.

A Bachelor's degree in business, or related field with 1+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience in Accounts Receivable for US and international entities preferred

Ability to be a strong team player and collaborate effectively

Ability to work independently and effectively ask questions

Strong customer service orientation

Strong oral, written and interpersonal communications skills required

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and other standard office tools

General office environment. Willingness and ability to work on site. Requires some lifting and moving of up to 10 pounds. Must be able to move between buildings and floors. Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day. Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets. Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed. Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis.

Individual compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

A collaborative teamwork environment where learning is constant, and performance is rewarded.

The opportunity to be part of the team that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world's most devastating diseases.

A generous benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, eleven paid company holidays per year, a minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure, and paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s).

Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures, and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada, and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets. The Penumbra logo is a trademark of Penumbra, Inc.

 

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