Purpose and Scope: The Accounts Receivable Associate has responsibility for the company's accounts receivable functions. Essential Job Functions:
- Scans daily checks received into bank software.
- Monitors major checking account for funds received.
- Performs data entry and related operations in posting accounts receivable payments whether received by check, cash, wire or credit card.
- Processes credit card payments online.
- Resolves credit balances and customer account payment issues.
- Receives and records non-A/R payments; posts and reconciles payments to cash sheet.
- Performs customer credit checks. Establishes and maintains credit limits and credit terms on new and existing customers.
- Evaluates orders placed on credit hold.
- Analyzes overdue accounts (10 days).
- Aggressively pursues collection of past due accounts
- Disseminates weekly Past Due report.
- Makes collection calls on overdue accounts receivables. Follows up with collection emails, letters or takes other appropriate actions when necessary.
- Routinely checks customer web sites for A/R activity.
- Assists department when needed with other accounting tasks.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school degree and 2 years related experience.
- Working knowledge of accounts receivable practices and principals.
- Intermediate Level Excel Skills
- Very strong math skills.
- Familiarity with basic accounting principles.
- Strong computer and data entry skills.
- Excellent communications skills.