Accounts Receivable Specialist

Description

• Create and maintain customer master records in SAP.
• Verify invoice requests (received from Project Managers) for appropriate documentation (billing address, purchase order numbers, etc.) and coding for account activity, business segment, etc.; generate, record and send the invoice to the customers.
• Verify and record incoming payments in SAP; inform sales representatives about payment discrepancies.
• Make daily collection calls, send account statements to customers and interact with customers to resolve outstanding issues.  Escalate collection to others if required.
• Reconcile the Accounts Receivable sub-ledger, research, correct discrepancies and resolve internal and external inquiries concerning open items (accounts receivable, payments and account status).
• Determine monthly (and in preparation for the company's annual financial statements) the allowance for doubtful debts and the WIP calculation; prepare reports for commission calculation purposes, etc.
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Management with an emphasis in Accounting
• 3-5 years of progressively responsible accounts receivable experience
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Knowledge of accounting principles, procedures, and practices
• Proficient in the use of SAP (FI/CO) and Microsoft Office softwares
• Proactive and able to work independently

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