ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE SPECIALIST JOB SUMMARY:
Performs a variety of accounting and bookkeeping duties according to established policies and procedures. Maintains contact with management, staff, vendors and customers and observes confidentiality of customer and company matters.
**This position is currently a hybrid position which is a flexible working model with employees working partly at the corporate location and partly at home or another remote workspace**
- Invoice Management: Generate and send out invoices to clients promptly.
- Payment Processing: Accurately post customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
- Account Reconciliation: Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
- Collections: Monitor accounts receivable balances and initiate collection activities for overdue accounts.
- Customer Relations: Communicate with clients to resolve billing issues and disputes, providing excellent customer service.
- Reporting: Prepare detailed accounts receivable status reports and present findings to management.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records and documentation of all accounts receivable transactions.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Support: Assist in month-end closing activities and other ad-hoc tasks as needed
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts receivable or a similar role.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in accounting software and/or QuickBooks
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel with knowledge of formulas such as VLOOKUP.
- Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve issues related to billing and payments efficiently.
- Customer Service: Strong customer service orientation and the ability to maintain positive client relationships.
- Team Player: Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Work from home
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Ability to Relocate:
- Lafayette, LA 70508: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lafayette, LA 70508