What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Specialist position at Current Lighting?
Current™ (formerly GE Current, a Daintree Company) has unveiled a new brand identity following the historic acquisition of Hubbell's Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Lighting business. The enterprise brand unites the companies under a single identity with one purpose: To deliver the innovation customers require, with solutions that create inspiring, efficient and safe environments. Current products dramatically improve lighting quality, reduce energy demand to support cleaner air, and have become synonymous with reimagined physical spaces. The history of the company demonstrates decades of trusted quality and reliability. Current's portfolio includes 35 industry-leading product brands each offer a unique value proposition. Primary office locations are Cleveland, OH and Greenville, SC, with centers of expertise locations in Austin, TX, Rolling Meadows, IL and Quebec, Canada. Manufacturing operations reside in Hendersonville, NC, Pittsburgh, PA, Plympton, MA, Christiansburg, VA, Acuna, MX and Tijuana, MX.
Job Description
Candidates should have excellent Accounts Receivable skills, negotiation, communication, and analytical skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and have a strong working knowledge of SAP. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. An associate's degree in accounting or related area is preferred, but not required. Candidates must have 3-5 years of accounts receivable experience. This position requires 4 days on-site and 1 day virtual.
Typical Duties Include
The position has a compensation package inclusive of base, bonus (if eligible), benefits, 401k contribution, time off, recognition awards and more. This hourly rate is 22.00-27.00/hour
Benefits And Perks
The Highlights:
All Around Competitive Culture Where Together We Strive To
Current is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Job Description
Candidates should have excellent Accounts Receivable skills, negotiation, communication, and analytical skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and have a strong working knowledge of SAP. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. An associate's degree in accounting or related area is preferred, but not required. Candidates must have 3-5 years of accounts receivable experience. This position requires 4 days on-site and 1 day virtual.
Typical Duties Include
- Responsible for accounts receivables and collections on assigned accounts and reduce AR delinquency.
- Sending statements and invoices to customers to ensure collections is made within terms.
- Build relationships with customers and internal partners to ensure customer's deductions and past dues get resolved timely.
- Perform collection calls and send emails on aged past dues and deductions.
- Work with the cash team to ensure payments are applied timely and correct.
- Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, especially pivot tables and vlookups.
- Attentiveness to details and able recognize issues with accounts and report to management within a timely manner.
- 3-5 years of accounts receivable experience.
- SAP experience required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
- An associate's degree in accounting or related area is preferred or high school diploma and relative accounts receivable work experience.
The position has a compensation package inclusive of base, bonus (if eligible), benefits, 401k contribution, time off, recognition awards and more. This hourly rate is 22.00-27.00/hour
Benefits And Perks
The Highlights:
All Around Competitive Culture Where Together We Strive To
- Approach each day with a tenacious curiosity
- Communicate openly and honestly- internally and externally
- Work hard, take risks, fail fast...learn and move on
- Embrace diversity and welcome opposing thoughts
- Empower and develop each other
- We have an open and inclusive culture where you'll learn and grow through programs and resources like:
- Quarterly company all employee meetings
- Management and Leadership development
- Initiatives and special projects with executive leadership exposure
- Access to top-notch learning courses through LinkedIn Learning
- Regular manager check-ins to drive performance and career growth
- Paid Company Holidays
- A comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement program with a fully vested immediate company match
- Flexible Spending Account options for pre-tax employee allocations
Current is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
