Accounts Receivable/General Accounting Associate

POSITION SUMMARY

The AR/General Account Associate is responsible for issuing approved credits and properly applying payments to customer accounts, collecting outstanding invoices, and reconciling bank statements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·        Record funds received and apply payments to customer accounts.

·        Research and resolve payment discrepancies, make adjustments to accounts, and issue credit memos as appropriate Troubleshoot problematic receivables and credits by independently working with multiple internal

departments, Contact customer regarding non-payment, or short payment of invoices

·        Prepare monthly closing reports, account analysis and other reports, as directed by the Controller.

·        Maintain credit policy and notify Controller of problem accounts before they become uncollectible.

·        Prepare and make bank deposits.

·        Maintain daily sheet and perform monthly cash reconciliation

·        Reconcile bank statements and balance sheet accounts

·        Back-up Accounts Payable when necessary.

·        Work independently and/or within a team to assist the Controller with reports and special projects as requested.  

·        Perform routine clerical duties which may include sorting, opening and distributing mail, typing, copying, and filing correspondence and other documents as required.

·        Work on Other Accounting Functions & Reconciliations as needed.

·        Able to handle Multi-Divisional Accounting Functions in our International Division as required.

·        Practice good housekeeping and safety habits, support and follow company policies and procedures, and perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS   

• Thorough understanding of accounting principles.
• Self-starter, detail oriented, excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work with minimal management input.  
• Effectively communicate with customers to resolve payment issues without damaging customer relationships.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills to effectively build working relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Proficient in computer programs such as MS Office and the ability learn accounting software applications.

EDUCATION/TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum

·        Associate's degree in accounting and or 3-5 years of general accounting

·        ERP experience