Accounts Receivable Specialist

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions; Town of Osceola (WI); Teletrabalho; USD 52 000 - 76 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions seeks an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage customer accounts, apply payments, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate AR records. You’ll work with Sales, Customer Service, Operations and Accounting to maximize cash flow while minimizing bad debt exposure.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, customer‑focused, and experienced in manufacturing environments. Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems, plus strong communication and organizational skills, is

Qualificações

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2–5 years in accounts receivable, collections, or accounting.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and accounting software.
• Experience managing a high-volume customer portfolio preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Generate, distribute, and monitor customer invoices.
• Apply customer payments accurately and timely.
• Reconcile customer accounts and research discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate accounts receivable records and supporting documentation.
• Process credits, deductions, and adjustments in accordance with company policies.

Conhecimentos

Accounts receivable principles

Excel

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Formação académica

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Ferramentas

Epicor

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

IQMS

Plex

Infor

Descrição da oferta de emprego

OVERVIEW

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices, applying customer payments, resolving billing discrepancies, and maintaining accurate accounts receivable records. This position works closely with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Accounting to support strong customer relationships, maintain accurate account information, and maximize cash flow while minimizing bad debt exposure.

Description

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices, applying customer payments, resolving billing discrepancies, and maintaining accurate accounts receivable records. This position works closely with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Accounting to support strong customer relationships, maintain accurate account information, and maximize cash flow while minimizing bad debt exposure.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and comfortable balancing collection efforts by maintaining positive, professional relationships with customers. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills are important in this role. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Reporting structure

• Reports To: Accounting Manager / Controller
• Department: Finance & Accounting
• FLSA Status: Exempt

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable Management

• Generate, distribute, and monitor customer invoices.
• Apply customer payments accurately and timely.
• Reconcile customer accounts and research discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate accounts receivable records and supporting documentation.
• Process credits, deductions, and adjustments in accordance with company policies.

Collections and Cash Management

• Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and proactively follow up on overdue balances.
• Contact customers regarding past‑due invoices through phone, email, and written correspondence.
• Recommend payment arrangements to management when appropriate.
• Escalate delinquent accounts to management in accordance with established procedures.
• Support cash flow objectives through timely and consistent collection activities.

Customer Account Support

• Respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, statements, payments, and account balances.
• Research and resolve payment disputes, pricing discrepancies, and billing issues.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to resolve customer concerns that may impact payment.
• Maintain positive, professional customer relationships while consistently enforcing established payment terms.

Requirements

Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare accounts receivable aging reports and collection status updates.
• Identify trends related to delinquent accounts and customer payment activity.
• Assist with month‑end closing activities and account reconciliations.
• Support internal and external audit requests as needed.
• Provide information and recommendations to management related to past‑due receivables and collection activities.

Process Improvement

• Assist with maintaining and improving accounts receivable processes, controls, and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve billing accuracy, collection efficiency, and cash application processes.
• Support ERP system enhancements and other continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Manufacturing‑Specific Experience

• Understanding of customer purchase orders, sales orders, shipping documents, and invoicing processes.
• Familiarity with OEM, industrial, distribution, or contract manufacturing customers.
• Experience working with deductions related to freight claims, pricing disputes, returned goods, and quality issues.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as Epicor, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, IQMS, Plex, or Infor.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong understanding of accounts receivable principles and collection practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to analyze account activity and identify discrepancies.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to professionally handle sensitive customer interactions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
• Percentage of past‑due receivables
• Aging portfolio management

Education

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• 2-5 years of accounts receivable, collections, or accounting experience.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and accounting software.
• Experience managing a high‑volume customer portfolio is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional lifting of office materials up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively by phone, video conference, and email.

LOCATION

• Remote - preference if located near one of our facilities

SCHEDULE

• M‑F

CADREX’S CORE VALUES

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

About Us

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in‑house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights‑out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com.

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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As part of our commitment in creating a fair, efficient, and consistent hiring process we may use artificial intelligence (AI) to help our recruiting teams organize, summarize, and analyze information provided by candidates, including resumes, application responses, and other materials submitted during the application process. AI may be used to identify patterns, highlight relevant skills, and experience, and assist in comparing a candidate’s qualifications with the requirement of a specific role. These tools are to improve efficiency and consistency while supporting more informed hiring decisions, which will ultimately be made by the hiring team.