Accountant I

Spectraforce Technologies; Franklin Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies in Somerset, NJ, seeks an Accountant I for a 6-month assignment. You will handle credit limits, collections, and account administration for a defined portfolio, ensuring timely resolution of delinquencies and coordination with Sales.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of related experience, with strong communication and MS Office/ERP proficiency. Interviews are conducted virtually via Teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 3-5 years of Credit & Collections experience in a large corporation.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong interpersonal and professional interaction abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP/credit reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Review credit holds and decide whether to release orders.
• Collect delinquent payments and guide Sales on collection efforts.
• Identify potential bad debt and escalate as needed.
• Respond to customer inquiries and reconcile accounts.
• Maintain accurate customer records and assist with payments.
• Review credit limits and adjust up to $25,000.
• Coordinate with Sales/Customer Service to resolve disputes.
• Assist with payment portal setups and e-delivery requests.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Adaptability

Customer service orientation

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

ERP systems (Oracle PeopleSoft)

Credit reporting systems (D&B, Creditsafe)

Job description

Job Title: Accountant I

Location: Somerset, NJ, USA, 08873

Duration: 6 months

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Interview Process: Virtual interviews conducted via Microsoft Teams

Description

The Credit & Collections Representative is responsible for the maintenance and administration of credit limits, payment terms, and the collection of delinquent accounts receivable for an assigned portfolio of accounts.

Must haves

• Candidates must have large corporation collection exp.
• Candidates must have large corporation credit exp.

Key Responsibilities

• Review orders on credit hold and determine whether to release the order or keep it on hold pending resolution of the customer's account.
• Collect monies owed from delinquent accounts within an assigned portfolio and provide guidance to Sales Consultants regarding collection efforts.
• Identify potential bad debt accounts and attempt collection; escalate cases to management for further action or guidance as necessary.
• Respond to customer statement inquiries, answer correspondence and phone requests from customers and Sales Consultants, and solicit information from Sales regarding returned mail.
• Assist in reconciling customer accounts as needed to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Review customer credit limits upon request, with authority to increase limits up to a maximum of $25,000.
• Recommend and prepare files for outsourcing to collection agencies when all internal collection efforts have been exhausted.
• Coordinate with internal departments, such as Sales and Customer Service, to obtain necessary information to resolve payment disputes and address customer inquiries regarding outstanding balances.
• Assist with payment portal setups and e-delivery requests as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 3-5 years of related Credit & Collections experience.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), with strong interpersonal and professional interactive abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from suppliers, customers, management, and inter-department staff.
• Proven capability to work proactively and constructively with internal staff from other departments.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and execution skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer Service Orientation - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance as needed.
• Problem-Solving Skills - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Sound Judgment - Willingness to make decisions and exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Adaptability - Able to readily adjust to changing circumstances, new information, or evolving priorities.
• Detail-Oriented - Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle PeopleSoft) and credit reporting systems (e.g., Dun & Bradstreet, Creditsafe).