Accountant I

Spectraforce Technologies; New Jersey; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies is seeking an Accountant I for a 6-month assignment in Somerset, NJ. The role centers on credit and collections, maintaining credit terms and collecting delinquent accounts for an assigned portfolio.

Responsibilities include reviewing credit holds, guiding collections efforts, flagging potential bad debt, and coordinating with Sales/Customer Service to resolve disputes. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in the field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field.
• 3-5 years in Credit & Collections.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• Ability to present information to suppliers and management.
• Collaborative work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Review orders on credit hold and decide release or hold.
• Collect monies from delinquent accounts within assigned portfolio.
• Identify potential bad debt and escalate as needed.
• Respond to customer statements and inquiries via multiple channels.
• Assist in reconciling customer accounts and resolving discrepancies.
• Review credit limits with authority to increase up to $25,000.
• Coordinate with Sales and Customer Service to resolve disputes.
• Assist with payment portal setups and e-delivery requests.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Time management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

ERP systems (Oracle PeopleSoft)

Credit reporting systems (Dun & Bradstreet, 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; elevate 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).