Specialist II, Accts Receivable

POSITION SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to perform complex data entry and related operations in posting accounts receivable payments to appropriate ledger and resolve account problems by communicating with clients, vendors and other parties. This individual reports to the Accounting Department Manager.

This role is temporary, Monday - Friday; 8am-5pm.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety

•  Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines
• Informs supervisor of safety issues; reports any workplace injury or incident immediately

Task

·      Reviews credit balances, refunds, and adjustments; reconciles, corrects, and applies adjustments to billing records

·      Researches and resolves short payments on invoices

·      Applies POD and other miscellaneous credits and processes POD rebates on customer accounts.

·      Records notes in Fourth Shift for all account transactions

·      Ensures strict confidentiality of financial records

·      Processes credits for returned goods

·      Assists accounting department in answering telephones and providing support to clients, vendors and other employees for information

·      Ensures timely and accurate payment of invoices

·      Assists accounting department with general clerical duties, including telephone reception, mail distribution, and other routine functions

·      Provides general accounting assistance when necessary

·      Organizes department reports, invoices and paperwork and files AR paperwork weekly

·      Performs other tasks as assigned by Accounts Receivable Manager

·      No direct supervision responsibilities

·      Supports company Food Safety efforts through commitment and compliance to SQF standard practices and policies

.      Follows plant quality practices including Good Manufacturing Practices, or GMP’s

QUALIFICATIONS:

·      High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate).  AA/AS Degree in Finance or Accounting Preferred but not required

·      Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

·      1-2 years of experience in Accounts Receivable 

·      Must be able to read, write and speak English

.      Willingness to work and follow verbal/written instructions

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee’s work is performed in a typical interior/office work environment. Employee is expected to maintain an organized work area and contribute to the overall decorum of a professional setting. A minimal amount of work will require exposure to the manufacturing facility. Employee is expected to be familiar and in compliance with all plant safety and cleanliness (GMP) regulations. Workdays are generally Monday through Friday; however, the employee is expected to work additional, including weekend hours as required.

BENEFITS:

We offer a competitive salary & comprehensive benefit package which includes: 

• Medical 
• Dental 
• Vision 
• Wellness program 
• 401K with company match 
• STD/LTD 
• Company paid Life Insurance 
• FSA (Medical & Dependent care) 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Plus more!