Accounts Receivable SpecialistAbout The Brightmont AcademyThe Brightmont Academy is a group of accredited private schools offering one-to-one instruction for elementary, middle, and high school aged students. We also offer tutoring and skill-building to students. Founded in 1999, we have helped thousands of students experience success, and have 20 campuses in the states of Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Washington.The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing and maintaining the company's account receivable processes. The role involves tracking payments, ensuring accurate records, and working to resolve any payment discrepancies.Responsibilities
- Contact customers for payment status on past due balances
- Contact customers for payment status on past due balances
- Respond to customer questions quickly and effectively
- Data entry (in accounting processes and projects, as needed)
- Account Reconciliation
- Payment Processing
- Process Improvement
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field
- 2+ years of experience in accounts receivables or similar accounting role.
- Quickbooks experience preferred
- Knowledge of GL functions.
- Ability to manage a large volume of documentation and multiple tasks simultaneously, while maintaining a high level of organization
- Ability to prioritize tasks and accomplish them in a detailed, timely manner.
- Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with team members and customers via email and telephone.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Self-motivated, highly detail oriented and organized.
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to accurately enter data into an accounting system.
- Basic accounting knowledge to research and resolve accounting issues.
- MS Office products proficiency and an ability to quickly learn accounting software.
- Open to change and willingness to learn new skills and problem solve.