Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide. As part of the GMS family of companies, Cherokee Building Materials has more than 20 conveniently located yards throughout the states of Arkansas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Indiana, and Illinois. Many of our team members have worked at Cherokee and Valley Interior for 10-15 years or more. We also have several team members who started their careers in delivery and warehouse positions and later advanced into management. This is a testament to the great culture and work environment that Cherokee Building Materials and Valley Interior Products provides.
For more information about our family of companies, please visit gms.com or cherbmi.com.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with state and local law.
Position Summary:
The primary function of an accounts receivable specialist is to ensure that customer's payments are correctly applied, invoices, are correct, and past due accounts are paid.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Post customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions daily
- Assure that invoices are correct and check for any errors
- Resolve discrepancies among management and sales team
- Work closely with credit manager to collect on past due accounts
- Maintain relationships with customers while collecting payments
- Make customers aware of any past due accounts
- File intents, liens, and waivers
- Create new accounts and verify credit
- Assist with any projects and tasks required by the Credit Director
- Meet month end deadlines
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum of 2 years of related work experience in credit or accounts receivable
- Strong Microsoft office skills
- Demonstrate knowledge of general accounting procedures
Core Competencies:
- Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
- Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
- Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
- Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
- Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment 80% of the time.
- Will occasionally move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
- Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
- Must be able to frequently communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Required Cognitive Skills:
- Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
- Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
- Must be able to multitask.
- Must be able to receive and process financial information.
- Must be able to process customer payments, financial documents, etc.
- Must feel comfortable discussing past due account with customers
- Must be motivated to learn new processes and aspects of the business
Benefits & Perks:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
- Wellness Benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
- Professional Growth Opportunities
- Development & Training Programs
This job description is subject to change at any time.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.