Accounting Associate - Accounts Receivable

SEA Wire and Cable; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage

401K retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SEA Wire and Cable in Madison, Alabama is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to assist with maintaining customers’ accounts. The role involves ensuring invoice accuracy and proper accounting procedures for payments received. Candidates must have strong communication skills, a high school diploma, and some experience in accounting.

This position offers a family-oriented workplace with benefits such as medical and dental insurance, paid holidays, and opportunities for tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of previous accounting experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of sales and accounts receivable.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Post or oversee the accurate posting of customer payments.
• Review the customer accounts aging.
• Make collection calls for delinquent accounts.

Skills

Accounting principles

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Microsoft Office proficiency

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting with the maintaining of customers’ accounts receivable. This role also serves to ensure that invoices are accurate and that proper accounting procedures are followed to account for the receipt of payment completed by the organization.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Post or oversee the accurate posting of customer payments to the accounts
• Review the customer accounts aging
• Send account statements to customers
• Make collection calls to customers for skipped invoices or delinquent account status
• Prepare demand letters when appropriate
• Make recommendation to turn account over to collection when appropriate
• Work cooperatively with customer to resolve account discrepancies or disputes
• Work cooperatively with SEA sales group to use their customer relationship to help resolve issues
• Maintain collection notes

Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate degree preferred but not required
• 1-2 years of previous accounting experience preferred
• Basic understanding of accounting principles as they related to the treatment of sales, accounts receivables and bad debt
• Comprehension of the importance of monitoring Accounts Receivable
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving ability and a pro‑active and assertive approach to work
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Detail oriented

Physical Requirements

• This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required
• Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary

Are we right for each other?

SEA Wire and Cable is a leading logistical supplier to the Military and Commercial Aerospace market. Founded in 1970 as a manufacturer’s rep, SEA began to expand its focus into the stock and distribution of military wire and cable in the 1980s. Since then, the company has continued to horizontally grow their product offering and improve their systems to provide customers with the high level of service they have come to expect from SEA for over 50 years.

SEA continues to operate as a family environment with a dedication to quality work. We’re looking for team players who are dedicated to achieving common goals, whether working independently or collaboratively. If you take pride in your work, value attention to detail, and are committed to continual improvement, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Short‑term disability insurance and basic life insurance provided by the employer
• Wellness program discounts and healthcare flexible spending accounts401K retirement savings plan with employer contribution match
• 7 Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and employee referral incentives
• Monthly employee and family events

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

It is the policy of SEA Wire and Cable, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO), in accordance with all applicable laws, to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.