Accounts Receivable Specialist

Apex-International; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision benefits

Short term & Long-term Disability

Life Insurance and AD&D

401(k) Retirement Plan with company be

Job summary

Apex International is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Accounting team in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This full-time, on-site role handles invoicing, cash application, collections, and reconciliations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring timely payment and accurate account maintenance.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and skilled at balancing multiple priorities while building strong relationships with customers and internal

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum 2 years in accounts receivable, billing, or collections.
• Experience with ERP or accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process customer invoices, credit memos, and account statements accurately and timely.
• Apply customer payments and reconcile cash receipts, deductions, and account balances.
• Monitor aging reports and perform collection activities on past-due accounts.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, chargebacks, and deductions.
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate unapplied cash and account variances.
• Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, Shipping, and Finance to resolve customer account concerns.
• Support customer credit maintenance, account setup, and documentation requirements.
• Assist with month-end close activities, reporting, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain complete and accurate account records and audit documentation.
• Identify process improvements that enhance controls, efficiency, and cash flow.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Billing

Collections

Excel

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

NetSuite

Job description

Apex International is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Accounting team in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This is a full-time, on-site position responsible for customer invoicing, cash application, collections, and account reconciliation activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role works closely with customers and cross-functional teams to ensure timely payment collection, accurate account maintenance, and exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities while building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Process customer invoices, credit memos, and account statements accurately and timely
• Apply customer payments and reconcile cash receipts, deductions, and account balances
• Monitor aging reports and perform collection activities on past-due accounts
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, chargebacks, and deductions
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate unapplied cash and account variances
• Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, Shipping, and Finance to resolve customer account concerns
• Support customer credit maintenance, account setup, and documentation requirements
• Assist with month-end close activities, reporting, and account reconciliations
• Maintain complete and accurate account records and audit documentation
• Identify process improvements that enhance controls, efficiency, and cash flow

Qualifications

Required

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
• Two or more years of accounts receivable, billing, collections, or related accounting experience
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and customer service mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Preferred

• Manufacturing, distribution, or industrial industry experience
• Experience with high-volume invoicing and collections
• Familiarity with customer deductions, chargebacks, freight terms, and order processing documentation
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or NetSuite

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision benefits
• Short term & Long-term Disability
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hourly rate of $28.00 - $31.00, commensurate with experience

Why Apex?

At Apex, our success is built on customer focus, continuous improvement, stewardship, and a results-driven culture. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow professionally while contributing to innovative solutions for our customers.

If you're looking to join a collaborative team where your contributions directly impact company performance and customer satisfaction, we'd love to hear from you.