Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Purpose

Process and analyze accounts receivable transactions for multiple business units while fostering positive relationships with customers

Essential Functions

* Obtain daily deposit information from the bank (lockbox, ACH, and incoming electronic deposits)* Download and reconcile customer remittances to daily deposits including identification of short payments, disputes, and program credits taken by customer* Apply payments to correct customer accounts and transactions* As needed, maintain deduction and payment discrepancy reporting for researching and resolving variances* Interact with customers (internal and external) to resolve payment discrepancies including, but not limited to, pricing or quantity discrepancies and missing remittance detail* Foster professional relationships with customer organizations* Assist with other accounting initiatives and duties as needed* Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures* Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)

* High school diploma or equivalent; 2-year accounting associate degree or higher preferred* 1 year minimum business work experience* Prior experience in a multi-factory or multi-division company preferred* Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel and Word)* ERP experience, preferably with Microsoft Dynamics Navision, Great Plains, or SAP* Process-driven with the ability to demonstrate excellent customer service skills* Critical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills Self-motivated, goal oriented, quality driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision* Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a high-volume, fast-paced environment* Solid work ethic demonstrating strict attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy* Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
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