Accounts Receivable Spec I

Patterson Companies, Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Patterson Companies, Inc. is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage timely collections for branch AR, analyze delinquent balances, and determine action plans.

The role involves frequent outreach to customers and coordination with Branch Managers, Sales Representatives, CSRs, and Equipment Coordinators. The successful candidate will support branch statements, research discrepancies, and contribute to process improvements while maintaining a customer-first mindset and strong teamwork

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Positive contribution to AR/Shared Services team.
• Attention to detail with multitasking ability.
• Commitment to Patterson’s values and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Shift availability 7am-5pm CST, Monday to Friday.
• Daily collection calls and written communications with customers.
• Provide analytical support for customer statements and branch requests.
• Research and resolve statement discrepancies with OTC Cash Processors.
• Manage delinquent accounts while maintaining customer service.
• Collaborate with Branch Managers, Sales Reps, CSRs and Equipment Coordinators.
• Build relationships with branches and Patterson teams.
• Suggest continuous process improvement ideas.
• Support AR Manager and Shared Services Director as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Customer orientation

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Accounts Receivable Specialist will be responsible for timely collection of branch accounts receivable including analyzing delinquent account balances and determining the appropriate plan of action to successfully resolve customer delinquency. Responsibility also includes the research and analytical support of branch customer statements when needed. Role will require frequent communication with customers and branch personnel including Branch Managers and Sales Representatives. The Accounts Receivable Specialist I will report directly to the Accounts Receivable Supervisor and will also work closely with Branch personnel including Branch Managers, Customer Service Representatives, Sales Representatives and Equipment Coordinators. Success will depend on having a “customer first” attitude and a willingness to learn new functions and positively contribute to team performance.

Essential Functions

• Shift availability from 7am-5pm, Monday through Friday CST required.
• Daily collection phone calls, written collection communication and maintaining detailed records of all collection activity
• Provide customer and branch analytical support for FSS business partners by researching and reconciling customer requests in a timely and efficient manner.
• Collaborate with OTC Cash Processors to identify and resolve statement discrepancies.
• Effectively manage the collection of delinquent accounts while maintaining a positive customer service culture
• Collaborate with branch personnel including Branch Managers, Sales Representatives, Customer Service Representatives & Equipment Coordinators
• Establish rapport with branches and other Patterson teams, build effective relationships, and share wins and successes
• Engage in and suggest continuous process improvement ideas
• Ensure that all activities are performed in the most efficient and effective manner possible
• Provide customer and branch analytical support for Accounts Receivable Manager and Shared Services Director
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Positively contribute to the Accounts Receivable and Shared Services team environment
• Has exceptional organizational, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills and shows a great attention to detail
• Strong customer orientation
• Demonstrates a commitment to Patterson’s values and professionalism through appropriate conduct at all times

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• SAP experience
• Strong phone skills

Physical Demands

• Operating a computer or other office devices for the majority of the workday
• May occasionally need to move packages up to 10 pounds such as office supplies or equipment
• Must be able to communicate with others in person, over the phone, and in writing
• Must be able to understand and effectively exchange accurate information with others such as coworkers, customers and vendors
• Must be able to read and interpret various electronic and written documents

Environmental Factors

This position is in an office environment in which team members occupy desks in assigned areas or at meeting/collaboration spaces within the building. The building’s primary work areas consist of desks, chairs, computers and other office equipment and devices for professional services.

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills. $18.85 - $24.49