We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the accounts receivable processes specific to the produce business, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions. This role involves collaboration with various internal departments to streamline billing procedures, resolve discrepancies, and maintain positive relationships with clients .

Located in Fresno, California, Fowler Packing Company is the parent company to some of the industry’s most popular brands including Peelz Citrus, Samsons Grapes, G3 Development Company, and EMID Design Group. Fowler Packing was formed in 1950 as a small tree fruit operation and has grown into a trendsetter in quality, efficiency and sustainability. Today the company is built of over 700 full-time employees and frontrunners in agriculture, real estate, and interior design industries. If you are looking for an in-house position that offers a variety of work, this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Essential Functions:

• Monitor and track customer accounts to ensure timely collection of payments.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in billing and payments.
• Work closely with sales and customer service teams to address customer inquiries and concerns.
• Record and allocate payments received from customers.
• Reconcile payments against outstanding receivables.
• Prepare and deposit checks and other forms of payment.
• Generate regular reports on accounts receivable status and aging.
• Analyze trends and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce outstanding receivables.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of customer accounts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Minimum of two years’ experience as an Accounts Receivable Clerk, produce industry experience required.

• Minimum of two years’ experience processing EDI
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in accounting or finance is a plus.
• Proficiency in ERP software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Life at Fowler

For 70 years, Fowler Packing has provided thousands of employees the opportunities to build a rewarding career that includes continued education, robust corporate culture, competitive compensation, benefits packages, and paid sick and holidays. Additionally, all employees enjoy complimentary meals at one of our two on-site cafeterias, and on-site health clinic visits at no cost.

Fowler Packing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.