Accounts Receivable Specialist — Grow with AR in Food

Bolthouse Farms; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Voluntary Life

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

FSAs

Employee Assistance Program

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bolthouse Farms in Bakersfield, CA is hiring an Accounts Receivable Specialist for 1st shift. You will manage day-to-day AR activities, ensure timely billing, and support revenue recognition. This role collaborates with Sales, IT, Accounting and Finance to optimize cash collection and financial reporting.

Join a long-standing leader in carrot production with a history dating back to 1915, employing 1,600 people in North America. The position is full-time, non-exempt, with a shift 1 schedule.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Experience with ERP accounting systems and standard office software (Excel/Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Generate and process customer invoices accurately, including product, freight, taxes, and fees.
• Post and apply customer payments to correct accounts and invoices.
• Maintain accurate customer records and aging schedules.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on past-due balances.
• Process deductions related to quality claims, shortages, damages, or promotional allowances.
• Perform proactive collections via phone, email, and written communications.
• Resolve billing discrepancies, short pays, and credits with customers.
• Coordinate with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to resolve disputes.
• Assist with credit reviews and monitor credit limits.
• Prepare AR aging, cash receipts, and reconciliations for month-end close.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Professional demeanor

Telephone skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

ERP accounting systems

Education

High school diploma or GED; or 1–2 years related experience

Tools

ERP accounting systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Bolthouse Farms in Bakersfield, CA is hiring an Accounts Receivable Specialist for 1st shift. You will manage day-to-day AR activities, ensure timely billing, and support revenue recognition. This role collaborates with Sales, IT, Accounting and Finance to optimize cash collection and financial reporting.

Join a long-standing leader in carrot production with a history dating back to 1915, employing 1,600 people in North America. The position is full-time, non-exempt, with a shift 1 schedule.