What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Specialist position at Generac?
The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing the company’s receivables, including cash collections, customer file setup/maintenance, and posting payments to the accounting system.
Level of Independence: This position acts under the guidance of the Finance Leader.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Level of Independence: This position acts under the guidance of the Finance Leader.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Communicate with customers regarding outstanding invoices to facilitate payment.
- Deposit payments received from customers, post them to customer accounts in the accounting system.
- Set up new customers in the accounting system and maintain customer records as needed.
- Review credit applications from new customers and set credit limits.
- Work with customers to set up payment plans as needed.
- Prepare lien waivers for customers.
- Other Duties as assigned
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2 years’ experience handling collections/accounts receivable in a professional environment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel
- Strong attention to detail
- Comfortable in near-paperless environment
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5 years’ experience handling collections/accounts receivable in a professional environment.