What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Clerk position at Mandal Buick GMC?
Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our finance team. This role is responsible for managing incoming payments, maintaining accurate customer account records, and ensuring timely collections to support the company’s cash flow and financial health. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience working in a fast-paced automotive or dealership environment.
What We Offer:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our finance team. This role is responsible for managing incoming payments, maintaining accurate customer account records, and ensuring timely collections to support the company’s cash flow and financial health. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience working in a fast-paced automotive or dealership environment.
What We Offer:
- Health Insurance
- 401k
- Paid Time off
- Employee Discounts
- Paid Training
- Life Insurance
- Company Holidays
- Growth Opportunities
- Manage and maintain accurate customer account records in the accounting system.
- Generate and send invoices to customers for automotive products or services.
- Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on overdue balances.
- Communicate with customers regarding billing inquiries, discrepancies, and payment arrangements.
- Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing issues promptly.
- Process incoming payments and apply them accurately to customer accounts.
- Prepare regular reports on accounts receivable status, collections, and cash flow.
- Collaborate with sales, service, and finance teams to ensure accurate invoicing and customer account information.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities as needed.
- Maintain compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
- 2 years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience, preferably in the automotive or dealership industry.
- Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Experience with [specific dealership software, e.g., Dealertrack, Reynolds & Reynolds, or Hireology] is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to resolve billing discrepancies effectively.