Accounts Receivable Representative

Sciens Building Solutions; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Company cell phone

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an Accounts Receivable Representative to join our finance team in Allentown. The role focuses on cash collection targets and collaboration with sales, operations and finance to maximize results.

You will manage full-cycle AR, review aging, process payments, and communicate with customers. We value detail orientation, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years cash collections experience in a professional office.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with ERP accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage full cycle accounts receivable and month-end close reconciliation.
• Interact daily with internal and external customers.
• Review aging reports and prioritize past-due collections.
• Process customer payments (check, credit card, EFT) and record in system.
• Send past-due notices and statements to customers.
• Maintain organized electronic files and records.
• Assist with back-up admin duties as needed.
• Contribute to special department projects.

Skills

Cash collections

MS Office skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Self-directed

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP accounting

Excel

Job description

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an Accounts Receivable Representative. We’re looking for a highly motivated individual who is detail-oriented, has excellent interpersonal skills, and is driven to achieve cash collection targets. This position will work closely with the sales, operations and finance departments to maximize results and is responsible for achieving cash collection targets by working with internal teams and externally with project and customer service clients. This is a fast-paced, collaborative environment, working with a supportive and successful team. This person performs his/her duties in alignment with established corporate and internal standard operating policies and procedures.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (and doing well!)

• Manage full cycle accounts receivable, including reconciling payments, outstanding A/R, and resolving discrepancies for month-end close.
• Responsible for daily interaction with internal and external customers.
• Review aging reports and prioritize collections of past due invoices.
• Handle all customer payment deposits via check, credit card, and EFT; properly record all in accounting system; direct correspondence as needed.
• Review and evaluate weekly A/R reports; send past due payment notices, hold notifications, and statements to customers.
• Manage and organize emails and company files efficiently.
• Maintain historical records by electronically filing documents and managing storage process.
• Create new files/systems as needed or required.
• Act as occasional back-up for office admin position and assist with general inquiries.
• Complete special department projects as directed.
• Adhere to all company policies and protocols.

WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU

• Two (2) to five (5) years of years of cash collections experience in a professional office environment.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or other related field, preferred (or equivalent combination of experience and education).
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong math, typing, and computer skills.
• Experience with [ERP] accounting.
• Excellent & professional written and verbal communication.
• Exceptional critical thinking.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to accuracy.
• Must be very organized and able to prioritize to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Self-directed and independent.
• Maintains excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Motivated, positive, flexible, resourceful, professional, and dedicated.
• Must have the maturity to use discretion and diplomacy in all aspects of the job.

WHAT WE'RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Company cell phone, and tablet
• Professional career development opportunities.