Accounts Receivable Specialist

Kforce Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce has a client in Houston, TX seeking a Temp-to-Hire Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage collections for an AR portfolio in line with established policies and control standards.

Responsibilities include daily monitoring of accounts, contacting delinquent customers, reconciling balances, and supporting credit analysts. Requires 4+ years' Accounting/Finance experience and proficiency in SAP and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of related Accounting/Finance experience.
• Experience with ERP Credit and Collections modules; SAP preferred.
• Direct working knowledge of order to cash and procure to pay processes.
• Proven organizational skills to track, document and manage multiple accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage collections for assigned accounts receivable portfolio.
• Daily monitoring of customers for timely collection and contact delinquent accounts.
• Reconcile customer accounts and coordinate resolution of issues (short pays, disputes, pricing).
• Document status and maintain SAP collection notes and workbook.
• Assist Credit Analysts/Manager in investigations to resolve credit blocks due to collection delays.
• Develop risk-based actions on delinquent accounts and prioritize by balances/escrows.
• Maintain customer relationships to achieve timely collections.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client with an opening for a Temp-to-Hire Accounts Receivable Specialist, located in Houston, TX. In this role, you will manage collections for your assigned accounts receivable portfolio in accordance with established policies, procedures and internal controls. Essential Job Functions:

• Daily monitoring of assigned customers for timely collection
• Contact delinquent customers to resolve issues within established guidelines
• Reconcile customer accounts, maintain accurate balances, and coordinate the resolution of customer issues, including short pays, disputes, and pricing issues by engaging appropriate internal and external resources
• Document status and maintain SAP collection notes and collection workbook current
• Assist Credit Analysts/Manager in investigations to help resolve credit block issues due to collection delays
• Recommend actions on delinquent accounts, by developing risk-based approach using historical customers experience and trends, prioritizing accounts based on account balance or past escalations
• Develops and maintains customer relationships while achieving timely collections
• Create requested adjustments (e.g. debit/credit memos), as requested, after verification of appropriate approvals per applicable policy and procedures
• Maintain compliance with SOX internal control documentation
• Meet monthly, quarterly, and yearly strict closing deadlines
• Ad hoc reporting, support and assignments

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or Finance discipline strongly preferred
• Minimum 4 years of related Accounting/Finance experience
• Experience in ERP Credit and Collections modules; SAP preferred
• Direct working knowledge of the order to cash and procure to pay process flows
• Proven organization skills to track, maintain timely documentation, and manage status of multiple customer accounts, adjustments, and approvals
• Problem solving skills, attention to detail, proven ability to build strong relationships and excellent customer service skills with the ability to maintain a professional demeanor
• Proficiency in MS Office products
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Prior Company experience in a relevant position preferred

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.