AR Associate

Lakeside Foods, Inc; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

HSA/FSAs

401(k) match

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Lakeside Foods, Inc. is seeking an Accounts Receivable Associate at our Manitowoc Corporate Office. This role focuses on accuracy, timely processing, and resolution of discrepancies across multiple departments to keep AR aging in check.

You will manage daily cash activity, reconcile accounts, and prepare monthly AR reports, while supporting the team with various AR tasks. A strong eye for detail and solid Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Accounts Receivable.
• ERP experience, SAP preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills including data manipulation.
• Experience writing queries to develop reports.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to summarize information.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily cash deposits, cash reports, and cashbook entries.
• Identify and document discrepancies for review by Sales, Customer Service, Invoicing, and other departments.
• Maintain accurate files of open and closed discrepancies and ensure they reconcile to the Accounts Receivable Aging.
• Obtain and distribute supporting documentation needed to route discrepancies for approval.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for all Accounts Receivable accounts.
• Complete follow-up calls for the collection and resolution of open discrepancies.
• Investigate pending deductions and pursue them through final resolution.
• Post Accounts Receivable transactions to the General Ledger and reconcile the Aging to the General Ledger.
• Communicate banking information to customers.
• Prepare Accounts Receivable journal entries.
• Maintain accurate records of ACH transfers and apply payments to specific invoices through cashbook entries.
• Assist and provide backup to other employees within the department.
• Assist the Accounts Receivable Supervisor with periodic reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

SAP

Excel

SQL queries

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people's lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We are strongest together - valuing collaborative contribution, transparency and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance, and there's a seat at the table for you.

Our Accounts Receivable Associate offers a detail-oriented individual the opportunity to support the accuracy and timeliness of Lakeside Foods' accounts receivable processes at our Manitowoc Corporate Office. If you enjoy working with numbers, investigating discrepancies, reconciling accounts, and collaborating with others to solve problems, then come join our team.

What You'll Get:

At Lakeside Foods, we believe in taking care of our people. That's why, as part of the Lakeside family, you'll have a package of affordable benefit choices and resources to choose from that covers your health, well-being, family and future.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• A choice of three quality affordable healthcare coverage options
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• Health savings account with employer contribution/flexible spending accounts
• Retirement planning including Profit Sharing and 401(k) match
• Company-provided life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, personal days and holidays

Work-Life Integration:

• Educational & professional development assistance
• Wellness programs and fitness reimbursement
• Dependent scholarship program
• Career growth opportunities
• Internships/apprenticeships

What You'll Do:

• Prepare daily cash deposits, cash reports, and cashbook entries.
• Identify and document discrepancies for review by Sales, Customer Service, Invoicing, and other departments.
• Maintain accurate files of open and closed discrepancies and ensure they reconcile to the Accounts Receivable Aging.
• Obtain and distribute supporting documentation needed to route discrepancies for approval.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for all Accounts Receivable accounts.
• Complete follow-up calls for the collection and resolution of open discrepancies.
• Investigate pending deductions and pursue them through final resolution.
• Post Accounts Receivable transactions to the General Ledger and reconcile the Aging to the General Ledger.
• Communicate banking information to customers.
• Prepare Accounts Receivable journal entries.
• Maintain accurate records of ACH transfers and apply payments to specific invoices through cashbook entries.
• Assist and provide backup to other employees within the department.
• Assist the Accounts Receivable Supervisor with periodic reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• Working knowledge of Accounts Receivable.
• ERP experience, with SAP experience preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including spreadsheet navigation and data manipulation tools.
• Experience writing queries to develop reports.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to accurately analyze and summarize information.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with employees across the organization.

Where You'll Work:

Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan, Manitowoc offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big opportunity. Known for its scenic waterfront, vibrant downtown, and strong sense of community, the city provides a high quality of life with access to outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and family-friendly amenities. With a growing business environment and an affordable cost of living, Manitowoc is an ideal place to build a career while enjoying everything Wisconsin's lakeshore has to offer.

Lakeside Foods and our family of companies welcomes people of all backgrounds and the varied ideas they bring to the workplace. Being an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer is part of our heritage and culture. We recruit, hire and promote employees based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital or veteran status. Lakeside Foods participates in E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities