What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Specialist position at ebs recruiters LLC?
Description
Position Overview: The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for the accurate receipt and accounting of funds paid to the organization. This role ensures that invoices are accurate and follows proper accounting procedures for payment receipts related to goods and services provided. The specialist also acts as an auditor to verify transactions and resolve discrepancies.
Essential Functions:
- Post customer payments by accurately recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
- Maintain records by reconciling invoices, payments, debits, and credits.
- Verify account discrepancies by investigating information from sales, trade promotions, customer service departments, and customers.
- Resolve valid or authorized deductions by entering adjusting entries.
- Summarize receivables by maintaining customer accounts, verifying totals, and preparing reports.
- Protect the organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
- Stay up to date with job knowledge through educational opportunities.
- Support the accounting and organization’s mission by completing related tasks as needed.
- Maintain effective communication within the team and with third-party receivable services.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 2-3 years of previous experience in accounts receivable or a similar role.
- Advanced Excel skills, including experience with Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
