ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE ANALYST

Carter Machinery Company, Inc; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Life and disability insurance

In-house training

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Tool allowances

Discounts

Overtime eligibility

Shift differential

Job summary

Carter Machinery Company, Inc in Salem, Virginia seeks an Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our finance team. This role focuses on posting and reconciling payments, maintaining accurate customer accounts, and supporting financial health.

The position offers starting pay of $21.56 to $27.10 per hour, 1st shift, with benefits including health insurance, 401(k) and education support. You will work with Bill Trust, Tableau, and our ERP to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Previous accounting experience required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and cycles.

Responsibilities

• Post and match incoming payments using Bill Trust Cash app and generated reports.
• Reconcile AR sub-ledgers with general ledger to verify payments are allocated.
• Maintain accurate financial records for customers.
• Balance daily payments from financial institution to AR accounts.
• Collaborate on journal entries and payment research for customer issues.
• Support continuous improvement goals and processes.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Bill Trust Cash app

Tableau

ERP system

Job description

Join a Company That's Built to Elevate You.

At Carter Machinery, we don't just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers defined by purpose, innovation, and impact. We've built an award-winning workplace where high achievers thrive, careers grow, and your work truly matters.

Our legacy is strong, our vision is bold, and our future is built on investing in the growth and well-being of our people. Whether you're turning a wrench, managing operations, or supporting customers, you play a vital role in powering industries that moves the world forward.

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Analyst

Location: Salem, Virginia

Shift: 1st

Starting Compensation Range: $21.56 - $27.10 per hour

What You Will Do:

• Manually and automatically post and match incoming payments using Bill Trust Cash app and generated reports that are received and uploaded into financial system
• Ensure accuracy of payments and other data posted to customer accounts; Reconcile A/R sub-ledgers with general ledger to verify all payments are allocated
• Maintain accurate financial records for customers
• Monitor and manage Cash customer accounts for all CMCO stores
• Collaborate with store managers on journal entries to policy accounts on aged items over 90 days
• Monitor Cash customer aged items using Tableau
• Process journal entries requested by finance, stores, and others regarding customer accounts and internal accounts
• Collaborate with store managers on payment research for customer issues
• On a daily basis, balance incoming payments from our financial institute to our A/R account to support overall financial health of organization
• Work closely with established company policies and procedures as directed by management
• Work in coordination with team to achieve Continuous Improvement goals and objectives
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:

• Previous accounting experience required
• Associate or bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting preferred
• Good understanding of key company cycles and help maintain the integrity of company financial reporting
• Strong understanding of accounting principles
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Strong Excel skills

What Success Looks Like In This Role:

• Accurate posting payments to customer accounts
• Accurate journal entries
• Working successfully independently and collaboratively
• Functioning well in a high-volume and fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Promoting positive customer experience
• Upholding the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to sit and talk or hear
• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
• Life and disability insurance
• In-house training instructors/programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tool allowances and tool loans
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
• Opportunities for overtime
• Shift differential (if applicable)

You’ll gain access to real learning, real advancement, and a real future in a company that’s reshaping what it means to lead in our industry. If you’re looking for purpose, possibilities, and a team that wins together - you belong at Carter Machinery.

Come build what matters and build your future with us.

Actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. In addition to base pay, the compensation package may include participation in performance-based incentive programs (e.g., discretionary or non-discretionary plans), as well as overtime eligibility depending on the role.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law - are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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