Accounts Receivable Analyst

cclcareers; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown Company in Ohio is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to monitor the collection of outstanding debts, manage accounts with the AP contact at each customer, and prepare statements for management.

You will review DSO and aging, apply unapplied cash in the same month, address deductions within 45 days of posting, and maintain professional relationships with internal and external customers via phone and email. Strong communication and Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• Associates or higher-level degree in accounting, finance or related areas preferred but not required.
• 1-2 years of Accounts Receivable experience or internship experience.
• Demonstrates strong communication and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned customer accounts daily and maintain primary AP relationships.
• Review accounts and reports to meet objectives for DSO, current %, deductions, and aged invoices.
• Identify and apply all unapplied cash in the same fiscal month as posted.
• Maintain relationships with internal and external customers via phone and email.
• Resolve all deductions within 45 days of posting.
• Review accounts for bad debt and reserve requirements and alert supervisor of sensitive situations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Prioritization

Time management

MS Office

Detail-oriented

Education

Assoc degree or higher

1-2 years AR experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Database software

Job description

Job Summary:

Provides accounts receivable support through monitoring all aspects of the collection of outstanding debts owed to a company. They check missing and unresolved payment issues, monitor overdue accounts, and prepare statements for managers.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage assigned customer account base on a daily basis and maintain primary relationship with AP department at each customer
• Perform ongoing review of accounts and reports to meet objectives for DSO, % current, Deductions, and aged invoices
• Identify and apply all unapplied cash (at minimum) in the same fiscal month as posted
• Promote and maintain good working relationships with both internal and external customers via phone and email
• Identify, address, and drive resolution for all deductions within 45 days of being posted
• Perform continuous review of accounts per bad debt and reserve requirements and alert supervisor of sensitive or critical situations that may cause a significant impact on reserves
• Complete other miscellaneous duties as assigned by manager

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to work independently
• Effective team player and self-motivator willing to initiate change
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities and demands
• Excellent time management and leadership skills
• Computer proficiencies in Excel, Word, and database software
• Detail-oriented

Education and Experience:

• Associates or higher-level degree in accounting, finance or related areas preferred but not required
• 1 - 2 years of Accounts Receivable experience or internship experience

Job Summary:

Provides accounts receivable support through monitoring all aspects of the collection of outstanding debts owed to a company. They check missing and unresolved payment issues, monitor overdue accounts, and prepare statements for managers.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage assigned customer account base on a daily basis and maintain primary relationship with AP department at each customer
• Perform ongoing review of accounts and reports to meet objectives for DSO, % current, Deductions, and aged invoices
• Identify and apply all unapplied cash (at minimum) in the same fiscal month as posted
• Promote and maintain good working relationships with both internal and external customers via phone and email
• Identify, address, and drive resolution for all deductions within 45 days of being posted
• Perform continuous review of accounts per bad debt and reserve requirements and alert supervisor of sensitive or critical situations that may cause a significant impact on reserves
• Complete other miscellaneous duties as assigned by manager

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to work independently
• Effective team player and self-motivator willing to initiate change
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities and demands
• Excellent time management and leadership skills
• Computer proficiencies in Excel, Word, and database software
• Detail-oriented

Education and Experience:

• Associates or higher-level degree in accounting, finance or related areas preferred but not required
• 1 - 2 years of Accounts Receivable experience or internship experience