Accounts Receivable Specialist
Element Materials Technology is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. As an Accounts Receivable Specialist, you will manage the collection of outstanding accounts, resolve customer billing issues, and work to reduce accounts receivable delinquency.
Responsibilities
- Generate weekly spreadsheets detailing lab accounts receivable aging
- Evaluate open accounts to initiate collection efforts
- Document concise and pertinent notes for accounts receivable aging
- Conduct monthly review calls with labs regarding account statuses
- Execute collection of calls/emails professionally while fostering customer relationships
- Distribute client statements and invoices as required
- Resolve client billing issues and investigate all overdue accounts
- Log disputes into financial systems to ensure prompt resolutions
- Identify and discuss account-related issues with management
- Collaborate with labs and General Managers to utilize customer aging reports for reducing collections
- Apply unapplied cash and conduct necessary research to reconcile accounts
Skills
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a multi-site/location collections role, or 1 year of experience combined with a college degree, preferably in accounting or a related field
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting accounting-related documents
- Effective communication skills for both internal (managers, peers, team members) and external (customers) interactions
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as invoice totals, payment terms, and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), and apply basic accounting concepts
- Strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of financial principles
- Proven problem-solving abilities and keen attention to detail
- Proficiency with accounting software systems
- Ability to remain composed under deadlines and manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Advanced knowledge of Excel
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