Accounts Receivable Associate

*In office Monday-Thursday* Account Receivable AssociateThe Account Receivable Associate is responsible for overseeing the monthly collection of payments, providing follow-up with clients whose accounts are outstanding and ensuring effective, efficient and accurate financial and administrative operations. Monthly AgingOversee the monthly aging reportsCollect on any past dues, with onus on 45 days and over, followed by 60 daysCalling customers with orders on holdCredit Applications/New CustomersSet-up and oversee all new customer accountsReview and process all Credit Applications for new and potential customersAccount Specific FunctionsReturns- Disputing and/or confirming any shortages or price discrepancy’s with the proper sales individual.Produce POD’s and copies of invoices for customers as requestedOrganize folders after use/ filing system including daily invoicesObtain Pre-Authorizations of all credit card ordersBreak down EDI customer invoicesCash ApplicationRecord checks on Excel spreadsheetApply checks within our accounts receivable systemTotal all physical checks to match spreadsheet and receivables system*Other Duties and Responsibilities as directed Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, business preferred1-2 years’ experience in customer serviceEffective verbal & written communication skillsThe ability to work professionally and efficiently within the departmentExcellent interpersonal skills, including phone etiquetteProficient in Microsoft ExcelAttention to detail and high level of accuracyVery effective organizational skillsAccounting and math skillsTeam building skills