Accounts Receivable Representative

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces—from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset and encourage everyone to ask questions, embrace challenges, seek new perspectives, and anticipate what comes next.

About the role

The Accounts Receivable Representative will ensure the precise recording and application of all customer cash receipts and the posting of claims and chargebacks. This role evaluates, processes, and resolves customer deductions efficiently, collaborating with customers and cross-functional teams to drive timely resolutions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily deposits for posting and accurately apply customer payments to accounts and the general ledger, both manually and via Web ADI upload.
• Match and code system-generated deductions to customer backup documentation, investigating discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain an accurate daily record of all cash (check and wire) received.
• Perform daily balancing to confirm that cash postings, sales, and credits reconcile with the general ledger.
• Produce a monthly cash reconciliation report matching cash receipts to the general ledger.
• Enter returns and credit memos into Leviton’s systems via data entry.
• Analyze and reconcile past-due debits, generating resolution effort reports in Excel to highlight trends and track claim outcomes.
• Collaborate with outside sales, logistics, warehouse, and customers to resolve claims effectively.
• Process chargebacks and pursue recovery for invalid deductions.
• Maintain transactional productivity in line with departmental guidelines.
• Support process improvement initiatives, including system testing, automation projects, and other enhancement efforts.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Understanding of EDI processing, lockbox electronic processing, and bank automation.
• Experience with deduction analysis and resolution.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and reconciliation skills.
• Outstanding communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or HSE/GED required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1-year professional experience in accounts receivable, including claims (deductions) and collections required.
• Understanding of AR workflows and processes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Volunteer time off

Pay

$45,000.00 - $53,000.00 per year