What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Specialist position at Blue Valley Cabinets, Inc.?
Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist (NetSuite Experience Preferred)
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the company’s accounts receivable process, ensuring accurate and timely collection of payments, and maintaining up-to-date customer records. Experience with NetSuite is preferred, as it will aid in optimizing financial workflows and reports.
Key Responsibilities:
- Invoice Management: Generate and send invoices to customers in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Payment Processing: Oversee incoming payments, including checks, electronic transfers, and credit card transactions. Apply payments to customer accounts accurately.
- Collections: Proactively follow up with customers on overdue accounts and resolve any discrepancies or issues related to outstanding payments.
- Account Reconciliation: Regularly reconcile accounts receivable balances to ensure accurate and complete financial records.
- Reporting: Prepare and maintain accounts receivable aging reports, highlighting past-due accounts, and assist in the monthly financial close process.
- Customer Support: Respond to customer inquiries related to billing, payments, and account status.
- NetSuite Integration: Leverage NetSuite for processing accounts receivable transactions, generating financial reports, and ensuring system accuracy.
- Process Improvement: Continuously identify and recommend improvements to streamline and optimize the accounts receivable process.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in an accounts receivable or billing role.
- Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems (preferred).
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and accounts receivable processes.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with automated billing or collections systems.
- Certification in accounts receivable or finance-related fields is a plus.
