What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Specialist position at SPEC Building Materials?
Category
Accounting and Finance
Job Location
2840 Roe Lane, Roeland Park, Kansas, United States
Tracking Code
17-392
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Job Description
As an integral part of our dynamic team, the Accounts Receivable Administrative Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring seamless financial operations. This position involves managing diverse responsibilities related to accounts receivable, credit applications, and cash control. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining accurate financial records and fostering positive relationships with both customers and internal stakeholders.
Duties/Responsibilities
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred. Minimum of two years of related experience preferred.
Accounting and Finance
Job Location
2840 Roe Lane, Roeland Park, Kansas, United States
Tracking Code
17-392
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Job Description
As an integral part of our dynamic team, the Accounts Receivable Administrative Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring seamless financial operations. This position involves managing diverse responsibilities related to accounts receivable, credit applications, and cash control. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining accurate financial records and fostering positive relationships with both customers and internal stakeholders.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Efficiently prepare, post, verify, and record customer payments and transactions, ensuring accuracy in accounts receivable.
- Process customer credit applications with precision and attention to detail.
- Maintain and update customer files, addressing changes such as name or address modifications, mergers, or mailing details.
- Manage customer tax exempt and resale certificates effectively.
- Generate insightful reports on the current status of customer accounts as requested.
- Conduct thorough research to resolve customer discrepancies promptly.
- Collaborate with the Credit Manager to reconcile accounts receivable regularly, including COD accounts.
- Handle document filing and retrieval for accounts receivable as needed.
- Communicate changes of information to relevant employees.
- Showcase excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Excel, Word, and other accounting software.
- Ability to operate various office equipment, including computers, 10-key calculators, and copiers.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers and company employees.
- Display excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred. Minimum of two years of related experience preferred.