The Accounts Receivable Specialist will be responsible for assisting with successful collection of Commercial Accounts Receivable and enforcement of agreed-upon payment terms. This role will have interaction with internal and external customers to secure payment of past due receivables and documenting any issues which may be delaying payment. This position reports to the Accounting Manager. Essential Functions• Reconcile AR payments to customer accounts and resolve disputes• Commercial collections• Coordinate and work with the sales team as necessary to collect all monies owed• Enforce collection policies and agreed upon payment terms with customers• Maintain accurate records and status on collections• Prepare customer refunds for Accounting Manager’s approval• Process credit card payments.• Upload credit card receipts to third party website• Prepare and mail customer statements• Participate in the review AR aging reports• Special projects• Other relative duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education/experience • Current and valid US driver’s license preferred• At least 1 year of experience in Commercial collectionsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel• High attention to detail, self-starter and the ability to work independently• Must be able to multi-task, prioritize and work efficiently• Thorough knowledge of general accounting including thorough skills knowledge plus the application of general accounting theory• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required• Ability to manage relationships both internally and externally and work as part of a dynamic teamPhysical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear and see. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hand to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Work Environment This job operates primarily in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. May occasionally require business travel. Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal ContractorAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.