Accounts Receivable Analyst

Position Overview:

The Account Receivable Analyst is responsible for a range of AR functions and support. This will include, but not limited to; account reconciliations, cash applications, resolving invoice issues, follow-up on customer inquiries and disputes, detailed analysis/metrics, communicate cross-functionally with technology, reporting, and relationship groups. To be successful in this position this person should have a strong foundation and experience working with large volumes of data within a receivables department. In addition, this position requires a great attention to detail, ability to deliver results under deadlines, extensive research, ability to work independently, be a team player, actively solving problems, adapting to constant change and a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Daily reconciliation and maintenance of the relationship of assigned customers.
• Review billing completed by the shipping department to ensure that all invoices are accurate.
• Process central billing invoices and credit memos.
• Process all transactions to close central billing at month end.
• Research and interact with internal and external groups regarding customer activity.
• Process freezer rental invoices.
• Prepare weekly and monthly Aging Reports/Analysis and provide status updates for assigned customers.
• Calculate broker commissions.
• Book allowance for doubtful entry for month end.
• Serves as backup in entering/applying cash to open invoices.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures concerning confidential information including but not limited to internal use and restricted information, including Protected Customer Information (PCI)
• Adhere to all Company Financial Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Administer duties as defined by Tropicale Foods performance review plan within the required deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor; ideal candidate will have EDI, Retail Link and Central Billing experience is a plus.

Requirements:

• 5-10 years experience in accounting and/or financial reporting experience. A degree is a plus but not required.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills required to handle internal/external customer needs.
• Excellent telephone skills, strong problem-solving ability.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet, Ten key by touch and Quick Books system knowledge a plus.
• Excellent organizational, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Great attention to detail and an exceptional multi-taker a must.
• Heavy Reconciliation skills and bilingual- Spanish is a plus.

Education and/or Experience:

Five to ten years hands-on experience in Accounting or related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration a plus.

Food Safety & Quality Requirements/Responsibilities:

• Adheres to all Food Safety/Quality SOP’s
• Accurately completes require Food Safety & Quality Records
• Communicates any known or suspected Food Safety/ Quality issues to the Q.A Manager and Department Manager.
• Attends all Food Safety/Quality training sessions.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, Requires the employee to stand for long periods of time, walk, frequent lifting of material up to 50 pounds and frequent twisting, turning, reaching, pushing and pulling use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear.

Work Environment:

Work is normally performed in a warehouse/production environment as part of the job requirements, employee may be exposed to work in a production setting and cold temperature (-20 degrees) at times. Must be flexible with work schedule that supports a 24-hour production facility. Schedule may include weekends.

Disclaimer:

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.