We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our client based in Carrollton, Texas. This role is hybrid after a 6 month probationary period, offers generous PTO, great benefits, and a positive and uplifting culture.
Responsibilities:
- Execute a range of tasks associated with customer billing and cash receipt processing.
- Manage daily cash applications of received payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
- Handle collections, ensuring timely and effective collection on all overdue accounts.
- Carry out accurate and efficient accounts reconciliation as per the company's guidelines.
- Conduct regular bank reconciliations with attention to detail.
- Document customer payments to the appropriate accounts.
- Maintain and update financial records, including sales invoices, direct debits, credit transfers, etc.
- Verify discrepancies and resolve clients' billing issues.
- Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending reminders and contacting clients.
- Prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivables.
- Develop and maintain reports and files on the Accounts Receivable portfolio.
- Research and resolve payment discrepancies and execute the necessary follow-ups.
- Liaise with internal departments to ensure billing accuracy, communicate discrepancies or issues with the team accordingly.
Requirements:
- Proven working experience as an Accounts Receivable Specialist, Accounts Receivable Clerk or Accountant.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and procedures.
- Proficiency in MS Office particularly Excel, and experience with VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables is a must.
- Experience using a major ERP software such as Oracle, SAP, or NetSuite.
- Strong data entry skills coupled with a knack for numbers.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Solid understanding of billing and financial concepts.
- Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
- Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information.
- BS degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or relevant work experience is preferred.