Accounts Receivable Specialist

Location: Hamptonville, NC (On-Site) Job Summary : The Accounts Receivable Specialist supports the company in optimizing our financial transactions and systems by performing reconciliation of payments and customer accounts. Duties and Responsibilities: Communicate discrepancies to management team, identify slow-paying customers, and recommend collection candidates Strengthen and grow relationships with clients by communicating with customers regarding past-due accounts Assist in streamlining the accounts receivable process by identifying areas for performance improvement Gather and verify invoices for appropriate documentation prior to payment or invoicing Maintain accounts receivable records to ensure aging is up to date, credits and collections are applied, uncollectible amounts are accounted for, and miscellaneous differences are cleared Perform daily cash management duties, including the recording of bank deposits, updating and distribution of cash receipt logs, and posting of cash to the accounts receivable sub-ledger Monitor and collect accounts receivable by contacting clients via telephone, email, and mail Prepare analytical and ratio analyses relevant to A/R so management can gain a better understanding of how collection efforts are progressing Weekly communication to management of A/R Aging, collection status, and risk. Support other accounting and finance team members, inventory management, and accounts payable, when needed. Required Experience, Education, Skills, and Abilities for Consideration as a Candidate : Associates degree in Finance, Accounting or similar field At least 3 years’ experience in an accounts receivable role Experience with Microsoft Office in Word and PowerPoint. Intermediate level of proficiency with Excel required. Strong mathematical skills Understanding of basic principles of finance, accounting, and bookkeeping Superb time management and detail orientation Ability to keep company and partner confidences Preferred or Additional, Experience, Education, Skills and Abilities: <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="32" data-list-