What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Administrator, Accounts Receivable position at Starkist Co.?
This position is located in Reston, VA
This position is not remote work
US Citizenship or Green Card Holder - no sponsorship available
PURPOSE -
- To support the Accounts Receivable department in processing payments, deductions and collections. Communicates and builds a strong partnership with internal and external customers.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES –
- Timely payment process, including checks, wire transfers, ACH payments to the correct customer accounts and invoices.
- Identify, research, and resolve payment discrepancies, such as short payments or unapplied cash, by contacting customers or internal teams for clarification.
- Research and process all deductions with their appropriate code type upon payment posting.
- Research, validate and dispute non-trade related deductions by working closely with Customer Service and Logistics partners.
- Obtain supporting back-up documentation from brokers, customers and/or carriers to validate claims.
- Resolves invalid or unauthorized deductions by following deductions procedures
- Maintain deduction tracking of all open and closed claim for assigned accounts.
- Monitor Accounts Receivable daily, identify and collect on past due balances, resolve billing issues and keep an updated Accounts Receivable Aging Report.
- Update weekly Trade, Non-trade and AR aging reports. Review and provide updates on collection matters and progress on the validation process of Trade and Non-trade deductions.
- Collaborate with other departments, such as sales or customer service, to resolve billing or payment issues.
- Perform month end general duties.
- Verifies validity of account discrepancies by obtaining and investigating information from sales, trade promotions, customer service departments, and from customers.
- Participate in Weekly AR Accounts Reviews.
- Support Financial Audits
- Perform Credit Reviews
- Perform other functions as required by the position and assist Manager as necessary to meet department objectives.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCIES –
- Two to three years of experience in Accounts Receivable in a medium-to-large consumer products manufacturer preferred.
- Experience in SAP software preferred
- Proficiency in excel/other Office programs.
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.
- Knowledge of corporate policies and procedures.
- Attention to detail.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to maintain close, productive relationships with Customers.
- Demonstrated success in achieving team objectives.
- Positive demeanor; can-do attitude; good communication and people skills.
If you have a disability and cannot apply online, please mail your resume and cover letter to:
StarKist Co.
1875 Explorer Street
10th Floor
Reston, VA 20190
ATTN: Human Resources
Please note: this option is for individuals with disabilities only.
StarKist Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. EOE/AA/Vet/Disability