AR Analyst

Job Responsibilities

• Analyze and collect receivable balances for a mid-size portfolio with varying degrees of complexity.
• Identifying, validating, and resolving customer balances and deductions for timely resolution.
• Obtain payment/resolution on accounts to maximize cash flow.
• Manage assigned portfolio(s) using an analytical approach that is systemized and sustainable.
• Adhere to department workflow standards, maximize utilization of receivables management software/collection tools, and organize applicable documentation necessary to collect payment.
• Identify and facilitate resolution with customer and other company departments providing guidance on complex issues for problem resolution, including short-pays, credits, and fully open invoices, as well as in Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) transmissions, missing invoices/documentation, rate and accessorial disputes.
• Communicate effectively to internal and external customers, leadership team, and coworkers to maximize productivity, issue resolution and effectiveness.
• Escalate issues to leadership team, sales or credit when facilitation towards resolution is needed.
• Professionally handle incoming calls from customers including returning calls and expediting requests in a timely manner.
• Respond timely and appropriately to internal and external customer emails.
• Maintain current contact information and customer specific instructions for accounts in portfolio and promote invoice delivery and payment methods advantageous to the Company.
• Build effective working relationships with key customer contacts - both internal and external and continuously work to improve A/R processes through technology or quality improvements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial collections or commensurate office experience required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must possess good communication skills.
• Must be able to work on multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must possess strong Excel skills.