POSITION SUMMARY
The Accounts Receivable Specialist is to administer, review and advocate all aspects of the billing cycle to ensure the timely processing of invoices and efficient collection of receivables of the Company. The Accounts Receivable clerk is responsible for coordinating and processing all new companies applying for credit, ensuring accurate research is performed on payment histories and credit of prospective customers and reports to the Accounting Manager.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
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Generate and review the accounts receivable aging report on a daily basis to identify collection opportunities
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Maintain accurate customer contact history regarding collections
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Maintain an average receivable turn that is in accordance with company standards by effectively communicating with customers to ensure timely payment of invoices
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Post and disseminate all invoices for all Company divisions and coordinate with other employees as necessary to ensure that billing is accurate and timely
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Follow up on, collect and allocate payments
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Perform account reconciliations
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Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities
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Maintain accounts receivable customer files and records
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Distribute credit applications and process as necessary in accordance with the company's credit approval policy
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Attach and maintain all necessary documentation to invoices and file
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Receive and post payments to customer accounts and prepare the daily bank deposit
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Assist other office personnel in answering phones as needed
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Performs other duties and tasks as may be assigned from time to time by the Accounting Manager