Accounting Associate - Collections
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ResponsibilitiesAltec is hiring an Accounting Associate in Birmingham, AL. This position will have a primary focus on Collections for our Accounts Receivable Department. Who is Altec?Founded in 1929, Altec is a privately held and family-owned company headquartered in Birmingham, AL. We are proud to be a leading manufacturer of products and services that connect people to the power and communications we all need in more than 100 countries throughout the world. While we are known for lifting products: bucket trucks, cranes – equipment used to help people access tough-to-reach places, what really makes us successful is how we help our associates reach higher. We help people reach their potential, and we believe that makes all the difference in our company. ResponsibilitiesHigh volume emails and phone callsProcessing payments for customersCreate and/or review monthly statements for customersCommunication with customers regarding account statusContact assigned customer accounts to collect delinquent payments and keep accounts currentCommunicate with customers to resolve payment issues and answer customer inquiriesDocument all customer interactions in accounting systemAssists in monthly closings as neededAssists with regulatory and tax complianceAll other duties as assigned Education, Experience, and Skills RequiredHigh School Diploma or GED requiredCollections experience strongly preferredAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimalsAbility to compute rate, ratio, and percentPC skills Office 365 suiteExcellent written and verbal communication skillsMust be able to work with team members and work with direct supervisionPersonal Credit Check and Approval required Other Position SpecificationsDemonstrated record of responsibilityExtremely detail orientedCustomer Service OrientedMotivated, goal oriented and persistentMaintain Company confidentialityMust handle stress and deadlines wellParticipate in Continuous Improvement InitiativesTravel 0-25%Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted. Please apply directly on our website Why join Altec?Work-life balanceConsistent work schedule/standard hoursFlexibilityValues-based cultureStability of a 90+ year old company Challenging, rewarding work environmentPromotional opportunitiesWide range of accounting positions– financial accounting, cost accounting, lease and rental accounting BenefitsAmong our core values is a focus on family and financial stability, and we believe it is important to provide associates with a competitive benefits package. Highlights of Altec's benefits package are listed below. Learn more by visiting Compensation & Benefits – Altec IncMedical, Dental, and Vision Health Care PlansRetirement Savings Plan – Traditional 401(k) or Roth 401(k)Tuition Reimbursement Program (helps meet CPA credit hours requirements)Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, and Vacation PurchaseCompany Wellness Programs (Physical, Social, Emotional, Spiritual, Financial)Personal and Professional Learning/Development OpportunitiesPlus more! Altec's values-based culture provides opportunities for associates to have a fulfilling professional career while maintaining a work-life balance and consistent work schedule. Customer First - Enjoyment of Work - Family - Financial Stability - Integrity - People are our Greatest Strength - Quality - Spiritual Development – Teamwork Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.