Accounts Receivable Specialist

Rust-Automation-; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Growth training programs

Culture of collaboration

Job summary

Rust Automation & Controls is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage invoices, payments, and collections in West Jordan, UT. You will work independently to apply customer payments and resolve account issues while collaborating with customers, vendors, and internal teams.

The role requires 2–3 years of hands-on AR or accounting experience, ERP familiarity (NetSuite, SAP or similar), and strong communication skills. Growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience in accounts receivable or general accounting.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP or similar) required.
• Ability to independently manage full-cycle receivables (collections, reconciliations, credit evaluations).
• Strong phone communication and collections/negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Invoicing & Payments: Generate invoices for drop-ship orders, process payments, and post daily deposits.
• Customer Account Management: Maintain accurate customer records, evaluate credit limits, and handle Will Call orders.
• Reporting & Improvements: Maintain accounting reports and identify process improvements in AR.

Skills

Phone communication

Collections/Negotiation

Organization

Multitasking

Time management

Critical thinking

Customer service

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

Rust Automation & Controls is a family-owned business with a strong pioneering spirit. Since 1976, we’ve been providing industrial automation equipment and solutions across the Western United States. Headquartered in West Jordan, UT, with dozens of satellite locations, we proudly cover over 2 million square miles. Our success is rooted in our commitment to innovation, exceptional customer service, and a work culture that values balance, growth, and collaboration. If you’re looking for a growing company with a fantastic culture, a motivated team, and the opportunity to make an impact, Rust Automation & Controls is the place for you!

Position Overview

Position: Accounts Receivable Specialist
Location: West Jordan, UT

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team. We need someone who can hit the ground running, independently manage outstanding receivables, accurately apply customer payments, and resolve account issues with minimal supervision. You’ll work closely with customers, vendors, and internal teams to maintain and improve critical accounting processes.

Candidates without prior hands-on accounts receivable or accounting experience will not be considered for this role.

Role & Responsibilities

Invoicing & Payments:

• Generate invoices for drop-ship orders.
• Process customer payments and post daily deposits.
• Follow up on outstanding receivables by sending past-due notices and making phone calls.

Customer Account Management:

• Set up and maintain accurate customer account records.
• Independently evaluate credit limits and payment history to approve or deny new orders, escalating only complex exceptions.
• Post bills for warehouse orders and generate commission invoices for vendors.
• Assist Sales with Will Call orders.
• Follow up on credits and refunds.

Reporting & Improvements:

• Maintain and enhance accounting reports.
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements in accounts receivable functions with minimal guidance.
• Identify and address customer needs to ensure satisfaction.
• Go the extra mile to engage with customers and teammates.

Qualifications & Profile

• Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience in accounts receivable or general accounting — required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated, hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or similar) required.
• Proven ability to independently manage full-cycle receivables, including collections, reconciliations, and credit evaluations.
• Strong phone communication and collections/negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to resolve complex customer account issues with minimal oversight.
• Customer-oriented with the ability to adapt to various personalities and situations.
• Stability: Join a family-owned company with a long-standing reputation.
• Growth Opportunities: Access to a wide range of training programs.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Culture: Be part of a motivated and collaborative team in a company that values its people.

Is This You?

• Enjoy working with a motivated team that provides the best solutions for customers?
• Exemplify what "great" looks like in your work?
• Thrive on solving problems and tackling challenges?