Credit/Collections AR Assistant

SRS Distribution Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

Bonus programs

Commissions

Car allowance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Job summary

SRS Distribution Inc. is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk in Brooklyn, NY to ensure payments are correctly applied, invoices are accurate, and past due accounts are paid.

You will post payments daily, verify invoices, and work with the credit manager to collect on past due accounts while maintaining customer relationships and meeting month-end deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience in credit or accounts receivable.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills; demonstrate knowledge of general accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Post customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions daily.
• Assure invoices are correct and check for any errors.
• Resolve discrepancies among management and sales team.
• Work closely with the credit manager to collect on past due accounts.
• Maintain relationships with customers while collecting payments and make customers aware of any past due accounts.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Microsoft Office

General accounting procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Pay Range: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour depending on experience.

Position Summary

The primary function of an accounts receivable clerk is to ensure that customer’s payments are correctly applied, invoices are correct, and past due accounts are paid.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Post customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions daily.
• Assure invoices are correct and check for any errors.
• Resolve discrepancies among management and sales team.
• Work closely with the credit manager to collect on past due accounts.
• Maintain relationships with customers while collecting payments and make customers aware of any past due accounts.
• File intents, liens, and waivers.
• Create new accounts and verify credit.
• Assist with projects and tasks required by the Credit Director and meet month-end deadlines.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience in credit or accounts receivable.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills; demonstrate knowledge of general accounting procedures.

Core Competencies

Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity. Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude. Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done. Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members. Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title. Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results. Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment 80% of the time. Will occasionally move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc. Must be able to operate basic office machinery. Must be able to frequently communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Required Cognitive Skills

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive and process financial information.
• Must be able to process customer payments, financial documents, etc.
• Must feel comfortable discussing past due accounts with customers.
• Must be motivated to learn new processes and aspects of the business.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement.

We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

Position Pay Range: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour depending on experience. The base salary for this position typically falls within the range of $22.50 to $28.65 per hour. Starting wage may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position being offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.

SRS Distribution offers additional competitive and non-financial benefits.

Hourly associates may be eligible for overtime based on business needs.

Depending on the role, associates may also be eligible for performance-based bonus programs, commissions, car allowance or automobile and fuel program, and reimbursement for travel expenses in accordance with company travel policy.

Job Location: Kamco Supply - Brooklyn 80 21st Street Brooklyn, NY 11232

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: [e-mail] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance. All benefits subject to eligibility.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance Wellness Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Stock Purchase Program Paid Holidays & Vacation Days Professional Growth Opportunities Development & Training Programs

Founded in 1971, GMS operates a network of more than 320 distribution centers with extensive product offerings of Wallboard, Ceilings, Steel Framing and Complementary Products. Additionally, GMS operates nearly 100 tool sales, rental and service centers, providing a comprehensive selection of building products and solutions for its residential and commercial contractor customer base across the United States and Canada.

In addition to our commitment to delivering exceptional customer service, GMS also fosters a unique employee culture that combines a results-driven environment with a highly entrepreneurial, self-starter attitude. We are committed to conducting our business in a manner that aligns with our values of humility, mutual respect, service to others, and the guiding principle that “you can never go wrong doing the right thing.”

GMS is a subsidiary of SRS Distribution, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot.

For more information, please visit www.gms.com.