What are the responsibilities and job description for the Collections Accounts Receivable Clerk- In Office position at Rush Enterprises?
The Collections Administrator assists the Collections Coordinator (Specialist) with all aspects of accounts receivable house or internal and IBS accounts for Rush Truck Leasing.
Rush Truck Leasing opens the door to the world of opportunity. We are the premier commercial transportation solutions provider for businesses across North America. Our network of Idealease and PacLease partners allow us to offer our customers complete truck leasing and rental solutions across our network of dealerships. We offer a rewarding career as a leader in the transportation industry. Grow with us as we continue to expand our network of locations and services.
Responsibilities:
- Check receivables run daily and monitor clearing of invoices.
- Follow through with calls on A/R accounts, make sure all accounts are maintained and kept up to date.
- Assist in collection on past due accounts.
- Communicate with Collections Coordinator or Credit Manager as appropriate on receivables issues.
- Prepare collections reports for Collections Coordinator or Credit Manager at a minimum once a month aged report with emphasis on potential bad debt or as requested.
- Ensure compliance with approved policies and procedures.
- Act as liaison with the Collections Coordinator and customers as well as sales staff and management in development of relationships.
- Support continuous improvement projects in the collections area.
- Verify and post details of business transactions, such as funds received and disbursed and totals accounts.
- Research any discrepancies, questions or issues relating to payments. Communicate with Collections Coordinator and/or Credit Manager to determine resolution for any problems or discrepancies.
- Contact delinquent account customers in attempt to determine reason for overdue payment.
- Audit delinquent accounts considered to be uncollectible to ensure maximum efforts have been taken before assigning bad-debt status to accounts. Present to status to Collections Coordinator and/or Credit Manager.
- Review collection reports to ascertain status of collections-and-balances outstanding and report same to Collections Coordinator and/or Credit Manager to evaluate effectiveness of current collection policies and procedures.
- Speak with clients regarding credit issues.
Benefits:
We offer exceptional compensation and benefits, 401K and stock purchase, incentives for performance, training, and opportunity for advancement - all in a culture that appreciates and rewards excellence, a positive attitude and integrity.
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Previous experience in credit/collection and accounts receivables strongly preferred.
- Must possess a current and valid driver license with a driving record that meets the insurability guidelines set forth by the company’s insurance carrier.
- Knowledge of general office practices, collections and A/R procedures, knowledge of proper written and oral communication via telephone and email.
- Knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel and other computer skills, SAP knowledge a plus.
- Experience in collection and accounts receivable.
- Account risk assessment, forecasting, and sensitivity analysis, research and account resolution.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
This job posting does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their leader.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $25 - $29