Accounts Receivable Specialist

Sunnen Products Company; Maplewood (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnen Products Company in Maplewood, MO, is seeking a Receivables Clerk to support the company’s accounts receivable function, including daily cash application, collections, and account reconciliations, with additional accounts payable support to internal departments.

The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication to resolve issues with customers and vendors.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in accounts receivable, collections, cash application, or a related accounting role preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Post and apply daily cash receipts from multiple payment sources
• Reconcile and resolve unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, credits, and short payments
• Perform customer account reconciliations and maintain accurate accounts receivable records
• Contact customers regarding past‑due balances and manage collection activities
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and elevate delinquent accounts as appropriate
• Process vendor invoices, ensuring proper coding, documentation, and approvals
• Review invoices for accuracy and resolve discrepancies as needed
• Collect, review, and maintain customer sales and use tax exemption certificates
• Monitor certificate expirations and obtain updated documentation to ensure compliance
• Collaborate with customers and internal departments to resolve accounting issues
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation
• Perform other related ad‑hoc duties as assigned

Skills

Accounts receivable

Cash application

Collections

Customer account reconciliations

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Overview:

Sunnen, with 14 global locations and over 700 employees celebrated its 100-year anniversary in 2024. This industry leader manufactures machines and consumables used in the honing process by a wide range of industries with blue-chip customers throughout the globe. Known for its quality, precision, and efficiency, Sunnen products are the brand of choice. Acquired by P4G, a leading Private Equity Firm in 2023, Sunnen is positioned for future growth. This is a great opportunity to join a growing company that is going through change. This critical accounting role is instrumental in our growth plans to establish and build a high-performing accounting and financial infrastructure.

Position Summary:

The Receivables Clerk supports the company's accounts receivable function through daily cash application, collections, account reconciliations, and additional supporting administration. This position also provides accounts payable support with vendors and internal departments to maintain accurate financial records and resolve account issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Post and apply daily cash receipts from multiple payment sources
• Reconcile and resolve unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, credits, and short payments
• Perform customer account reconciliations and maintain accurate accounts receivable records
• Contact customers regarding past‑due balances and manage collection activities
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and elevate delinquent accounts as appropriate
• Process vendor invoices, ensuring proper coding, documentation, and approvals
• Review invoices for accuracy and resolve discrepancies as needed
• Collect, review, and maintain customer sales and use tax exemption certificates
• Monitor certificate expirations and obtain updated documentation to ensure compliance
• Collaborate with customers and internal departments to resolve accounting issues
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation
• Perform other related ad‑hoc duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes
• Experience with cash application, collections, and customer account reconciliations
• Working knowledge of accounts payable processing
• Knowledge of sales and use tax exemption certificate requirements is a plus
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Experience working with ERP or Oracle software

Education and Experience

• Two or more years of experience in accounts receivable, collections, cash application, or a related accounting role preferred
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Key Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Customer Service
• Organization
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Sense of Urgency