Accounts Receivable Accountant

1000 Plastipak Packaging Inc. (US); Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

401(k) Plan with company matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Company Holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Discount Programs

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Dental & Vision

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. is seeking an Accounts Receivable Accountant to manage daily invoicing, cash applications, rebates accruals and related processes in Plymouth, Michigan.

The role emphasizes accuracy, communication with key customers, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You will post lockbox and in-house payments, reconcile cash to accounts, and generate reports for auditors and internal users.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills are essential.
• Entry-level with internships or up to 2 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Post-process lockbox payments, apply in-house payments, research issues to accurately apply cash to accounts and invoices.
• Invoice sales orders by coordinating with plants and marketing to resolve billing issues and issue credit memos and buy/sell activity.
• Analyze and prepare reports for auditors, customers and Plastipak internal users.
• Analyze and track rebates and accruals.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance

Job description

Overview

As the Accounts Receivable Accountant, you will be able to learn every aspect of our Accounts Receivable function, such as daily invoicing, cash applications, rebate accruals, and other processes. Since this role provides exposure to our key customers, possessing strong communication and relationship management skills is the foundation for success in this role. The key to growth opportunities within our company is the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.

You Will

• Post-process lockbox payments, apply for in-house payments, identify and research issues to fully and accurately apply cash to customer accounts and invoices; improve accuracy through system improvements and open line of communication with customers
• Invoice sales orders includes following up with the plants and marketing on issues preventing an order from billing and constantly improving our system by examining billing error reasons. This also includes invoicing online credit memos and buy/sell activity.
• Analyze and prepare reports for auditors, customers, and Plastipak internal users
• Analyze and track rebates and accruals

You Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance
• Exceptional time and personal management skills needed to complete all tasks as assigned
• Entry-level with relevant internships, up to 2 years of experience

Benefits

• Wellness Programs
• Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• EAP, Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
• Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
• Paid Company Holidays
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Caregiving via Care.com
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs
• *Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Plastipak is a global leader in sustainable packaging and recycling solutions. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Plastipak operates over 60 sites around the globe with more than 6,000 employees. At Plastipak, we're proud of the work we do, the products we make, and the people who make it all possible. We're family-owned, and we put our people first. You may come to Plastipak looking for a job, but you'll stay because you'll find a career. Plastipak is a place where you can build a future you feel good about. Plastipak.com