Accounts Receivable Representative

Swank Motion Pictures, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages

401(k) plan with employer match

Competitive paid time off

Company-sponsored volunteer opportunities

Organizational growth potential through learning platforms

Job summary

A leading film distribution company is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Representative to join their corporate office in St. Louis, MO. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of receivables experience and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Responsibilities include managing collection calls, invoicing, reconciling payments, and collaborating with the sales team. A high school diploma is required, while an associate's degree in accounting or finance is a plus. This position promotes a detail-oriented and fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts receivable or related finance roles.
• Prior experience with accounting software or ERP systems is a plus.
• High level of accuracy in processing payments and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of collection calls to customers.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding billing and payments.
• Generate and send accurate invoices to customers.
• Investigate and resolve billing disputes.
• Reconcile and apply customer payments to accounts.
• Complete month-end reconciliations.
• Collaborate with internal sales staff on billing issues.
• Assist with credit card processing tasks.
• Process and apply credit memos.
• Manage credit holds daily.
• Support special projects as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

10-key data entry

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

AS400

NetSuite

Job description

Major Hollywood and independent movie studios have appointed Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. as their exclusive licensing and distribution partner to offer their box‑office hits for public performance in non‑theatrical markets (markets outside theaters). Swank represents Walt Disney Pictures, Warner Bros., Sony Pictures, New Line Cinema, Lionsgate, MGM, and many more!

Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Representative with a minimum of 5 years of receivables experience to join our corporate office in Sunset Hills, MO. The successful candidate will be highly skilled in Microsoft Excel and Word and have strong 10‑key experience. This role requires accuracy in dealing with numbers, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Collection Calls: Manage a high volume of collection calls to customers, ensuring that payments are collected within term and addressing any issues or concerns that arise
• Customer Inquiries: Respond to incoming customer inquiries regarding billing, payment status, and discrepancies, ensuring professional and timely resolution
• Invoicing: Generate and send accurate invoices to customers based on contracts, orders, or agreements in a timely manner
• Dispute Research: Investigate and resolve billing disputes by researching past transactions and collaborating with customers and internal departments
• Payment Reconciliation: Reconcile and apply customer payments to assigned accounts, including lockbox, credit card receipts, and other payment methods
• Month‑End Reconciliations: Complete month‑end reconciliations in a timely manner, ensuring all accounts are accurately balanced and any discrepancies are resolved prior to deadlines
• Sales Team Collaboration: Work closely with internal sales staff to research and resolve billing issues, ensuring that all customer accounts are accurately maintained
• Credit Card Processing: Assist with credit card processing tasks, including handling declines, invalid cards, prepayments, applications, chargebacks, and other related duties
• Credit Memos: Process and apply credit memos in accordance with company policies and customer agreements
• Credit Holds: Process and manage credit holds daily by collecting prepayments and purchase orders, ensuring customers’ accounts are in good standing and orders are processed appropriately
• Special Projects: Support the department with special projects and ad‑hoc tasks as assigned by the Assistant Credit Manager or Director of Corporate Credit

Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in accounts receivable, collections, or related finance roles
• Prior experience with accounting software or ERP systems (AS400, NetSuite) is a plus

Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience with 10‑key data entry
• Ability to handle a high volume of work and prioritize tasks effectively
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in processing payments, invoicing, and account reconciliation
• Teamwork: Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Problem‑Solving: Strong analytical skills to research and resolve disputes or issues in a timely manner

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Associate’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, or related field is a plus

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance products
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Competitive paid time off: vacation, personal time, holidays, and winter break
• Company‑sponsored volunteer & community outreach opportunities
• Organizational growth potential through our company‑sponsored online learning platforms

EOE, including IWD and veterans