Accounts Receivable Associate

The Home Depot; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounts Receivable Associate to join their dynamic team. This role involves analyzing accounts receivable, processing payments, and maintaining strong relationships with partners. The ideal candidate will support process improvements and ensure compliance with financial regulations while exercising integrity and confidentiality. If you have a knack for numbers and a passion for customer service, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in accounts receivable preferred.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, and bookkeeping principles.

Responsibilities

• Record bank deposits and update cash receipt logs accurately.
• Analyze accounts receivable records for discrepancies and accuracy.
• Manage customer accounts through calls and emails.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Process Improvement

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Great Plains

Microsoft D365

Job description

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Position Purpose

The Home Depot Rental Accounting team is seeking a skilled accounts receivable specialist to analyze accounts receivable, process, track, and record payments accurately, efficiently, and promptly. The specialist will make impactful decisions on daily financial transactions and help maintain relationships with partners.

Objectives of this role include: supporting continual process improvement, utilizing systems for recording payments and reconciling customer accounts, communicating discrepancies, identifying slow-paying customers, and recommending collections. The role also involves strengthening customer relationships through communication about past-due accounts, exercising integrity and confidentiality, and ensuring compliance with financial laws.

Key Responsibilities

1. 40% - Record bank deposits, update cash receipt logs, post cash and credits to accounts receivable, and support team members. Resolve abnormalities through independent thinking prior to customer contact.
2. 35% - Analyze accounts receivable records for accuracy, apply credits and collections, address uncollectible amounts, and clear discrepancies.
3. 15% - Review customer accounts with monthly statements, and manage accounts via calls and emails.
4. 10% - Prepare daily spreadsheets for credit card transactions and distribute to invoicing team.

Reporting and Team Structure

• Typically reports to the Accounting Supervisor or Manager.
• No direct reports.

Additional Details

• Travel: Less than 5% overnight travel.
• Physical: Mostly sitting, occasional movement or lifting light items.
• Work Environment: Indoor, comfortable conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Legally permitted to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Great Plains, Microsoft D365.
• Experience in accounts receivable and process improvement.
• Strong communication, analytical, and time management skills.
• Understanding of finance, accounting, and bookkeeping principles.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Education and Experience

• Associate's degree or equivalent, with 1 year of experience preferred.

Competencies

• Action Oriented, Collaborates, Plans and Aligns, Situational Adaptability, Communicates Effectively, Customer Focus.