Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for an Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our team in Lima, Ohio. This Contract to permanent position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who excels in managing financial transactions and customer accounts. As part of the Finance Department, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate reporting and maintaining the corporation's cash flow.
Responsibilities:
• Set up new customer accounts, update existing information, and monitor credit statuses and limits.
• Conduct credit analyses for potential clients and collaborate with external credit insurance providers to secure coverage.
• Oversee the Accounts Receivable Department by preparing comprehensive reports, facilitating communication on collections, and ensuring adherence to established procedures.
• Process customer payments promptly and accurately against open invoices.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies such as customer debits and short payments, coordinating with plant locations and the sales team for approval or denial.
• Keep ongoing communication with supervisors, sales teams, and other departments about customer-related issues.
• Maintain organized records to support adjustments for returned goods, pricing discrepancies, and similar matters.
• Assist external auditors by providing accurate information to streamline the audit process.
• Perform additional duties as required to support departmental operations.• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or relevant work experience.
• Strong ability to interpret instructions and communicate effectively with teams and supervisors.
• Proficiency in calculating figures such as discounts, interest, and percentages.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to address issues involving multiple variables in standardized situations.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other computer applications.
• Experience in accounts receivable processes, including collections, cash applications, and billing functions.
• Familiarity with commercial collection practices and cash activity management.
• Capability to work in a structured environment while adhering to safety protocols and using required protective equipment.