Accounting Associate

About the Role

As an Accounts Receivable Associate, you will play a critical role in managing all aspects of accounts receivable, including collecting open invoices, resolving customer inquiries, and handling credit holds on customer accounts. As a key member of our cohesive AR team, you will independently manage a variety of responsibilities within customer profiles with a high level of proficiency. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Customer Operations and Sales, helping to ensure the financial health and operational efficiency of the company.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with customers regarding the status of their accounts, including providing supporting documentation for invoices.
• Collaborate with AR team members for daily review of material shipment orders on credit hold.
• Set up and maintain credit limits and assess credit risk for new customers.
• Review and manage collections and account reconciliations.
• Review and manage customer portals (e.g., Ariba, Coupa) for assigned accounts.
• Provide support during external audits and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year experience in accounting is preferred.
• Knowledge of Accounts Receivable processes within a corporate accounting environment preferred.
• Experience within a corporate accounting environment is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel and Word is required.
• Experience with SAP, Quadient/YayPay, and Salesforce preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with employees and customers at all organizational levels.
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and a passion for problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Pay

The hourly rate for this role is $29-$31/hr.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA)
• Voluntary benefits: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, and legal/ID theft protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)