Account Receivable Associate

stevemaddencareers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Career opportunities

Job summary

Steve Madden is seeking an Accounts Receivable Associate to manage open AR, research chargebacks, and support the Wholesale division from our LIC on-site office. You will assist with month-end closing, maintain aging reports, and handle inquiries while collaborating with internal teams.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timely communication, and a proactive approach to credit and dispute resolution. The position offers competitive hours and benefits; prior AR and wholesale experience will be valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years Accounts Receivable experience.
• Prior Wholesale experience.
• Proficient with payment research and chargebacks.
• Basic understanding of finance and month-end processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist month closing by entering information and updating aging reports.
• Research and respond to AR inquiries promptly.
• Review and verify payment deductions and chargebacks.
• Process credit memos and document credit information.
• Research unapplied and unidentified payments daily.
• Respond to customer inquiries and coordinate with other departments.
• Support department manager on special projects and reporting.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Wholesale experience

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent experience

College degree in Accounting (plus)

Tools

AS400

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

General Summary

TheAccounts Receivable Associateis responsible forthe collection of the open AR and researching chargebacks daily. This position supports theWholesalebusiness.

The responsibilities described below are considered essential functions of the role. This position is based in ourLICoffice and requires working on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in month closing by ensuring all appropriate information is entered into computer, and reviewing and updating current aging report for discrepancies and finance charges
• Research and respond to all accounts receivable inquiries in a prompt manner;
• Review/ verify payment deduction
• Understanding research on Chargebacks
• Process credit memo
• Research credit applications, when appropriate, notify customers of approval/disapproval status; document pertinent credit information in accordance with company procedures;
• Daily research of unapplied & unidentified payments
• Respond to customer inquiries
• Work with inter-departments to obtain necessary documents for CB's
• Assist Department Manager/ Director on special projects
• Monthly/ Quarterly Reporting on past dues invoices & CB's
• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with support and resources as needed
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Required Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent experience
• College Degree in Accounting is a plus
• Minimum of 2 years Accounts Receivable experience
• Prior Wholesale experience
• 1-2 years collection / charge back experience
• AS400 experience is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $24.00 - $26.00/hr. Ranges are based on various factors such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure. In addition to the base salary, Steve Madden offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays, a generous paid time-off policy, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.