AR Accountant

BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition is a fast-paced, dynamic environment where brand builders work together with the goal of becoming innovative game-changers in the world of sports and active hydration. Extreme passion and teamwork are the essentials of being a successful member of the BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition team – which consists of BODYARMOR and POWERADE brands. BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition exudes an entrepreneurial culture backed by the resources and insights of one of the world’s most iconic companies, The Coca-Cola Company, which acquired BODYARMOR in 2021. This unique environment gives employees the ability to move quickly, exceed expectations, develop valuable relationships, and have fun while we work to achieve our goal of becoming #1 in Sports Hydration.

BODYARMOR is looking for an Accounts Receivable Accountant to join our Finance team.

The Accounts Receivable Accountant is responsible for creating and performing accounting analysis for the Accounts Receivable team ensuring internal controls and processes are in alignment with overall Accounting regulations. This individual will be responsible for the collection, application, reconciliation, and discrepancy resolution for all BODYARMOR accounts receivables. As a key point of contact for BODYARMOR, the Accounts Receivable Accountant provides support, guidance, and compliance to the organization.

Responsibilities

• Create and distribute customer invoices accurately, while achieving required timelines.
• Responsible for the recording and application of cash payments into the company ERP system, while regularly resolving discrepancies with our external customers.
• Accurately research and validate shortages, damages and any other deductions taken, ensuring the appropriate credits are issued, documented, and applied in accordance with organizational policies.
• Maintain accurate accounts receivable subledger(s) ensuring all details are aligned to the general ledger.
• Partner with external customers for the reconciliation of any aging accounts receivables. Collaborate with customer accounts payable teams to resolve discrepancies, provide data/invoices/support and issue credit memos when appropriate to achieve strategic objectives.
• Assist with collection of past due receivables via regularly communication with key personnel on customers’ accounting teams, ensuring professionalism and courtesy throughout the collection process.
• Aid in the preparation of reports related to accounts receivable and sales. Meet with Controller to discuss results.
• Maintain accurate and organized files of all transactions (shipping documents, invoices, credit memos, etc.).
• Partner directly with internal counterparts within the organization (customer service, sales, inventory, IT, etc.) to investigate and resolve invoicing and shipment discrepancies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance or related experience required
• CPG industry experience preferred, but not required
• 1-2 years’ experience finance required
• Hybrid presence in Whitestone, Queens office required (Tues-Thurs in-office)
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills as the role involves continuous cross department collaboration and communication with vendors
• Great organization skills to ensure tasks are prioritized
• Outstanding work ethic and willingness to learn
• Strong Microsoft Suite skills (Excel, Outlook)
• Basic knowledge of ERP systems preferred (NetSuite, ERP)

Pay Range: $63,000 - $75,200

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:7.5

Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.