What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Assistant position at Estrella Media?
Company Overview
Estrella MediaCo is an award-winning Spanish-language multiplatform media company serving the vital U.S. Hispanic audience on video, audio, and digital platforms.
Estrella MediaCo’s national broadcast network EstrellaTV offers a unique aggregation of Spanish-language programming, including originals, topical entertainment, reality, news, and comedy. The company also operates and curates content for its four FAST channels and the EstrellaTV app.
Estrella MediaCo is also a leader in Spanish-language audio, including the nationally- syndicated Don Cheto Al Aire morning radio show.
Estrella MediaCo creates content that embraces the cultural diversity of our communities and celebrates and represents Latinos of all generations. Estrella MediaCo is the trade name of MediaCo Operations LLC.
Accounts Receivable Assistant
Job Summary:
The Accounts Receivable Assistant is an integral part of our Accounts Receivable team. The position reports to the Director of Accounts Receivable in support of the billing and collections functions. Duties include processing payments, applying payments, reviewing account discrepancies, and supporting collection efforts.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare daily cash posting and complete reporting in a timely and accurate manner.
- Process accounts receivable payments, accurately documenting and posting payments to the correct accounts and invoices.
- Review and verify accounts and account balances.
- Prepare aging reports.
- Process adjustment requests.
- Assist in the monthly close and accounts receivable reconciliation.
- Interact with the sales teams to facilitate the acceptance of new orders and clearing discrepancies on account balances.
- Interact with agencies and advertisers in relation to payments.
- Support external and internal audits.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships both internally and externally.
- Additional ad hoc duties as requested.
Requirements:
- Two years of accounts receivable and collections experience preferred.
- Previous television and radio industry experience preferred.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
- Comfortable working with multiple systems, as well as learning new systems.
- Consistent follow through on written and/or verbal requests.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Self-starter and motivated team player.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate with other teams in a professional manner.
- Working knowledge of standard office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Must be able to work full-time with flexibility in hours during month end close.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be willing to work in Burbank, CA.
- Must be willing to undergo a pre-employment background investigation.
- Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.
- Must be 18 years or older
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Estrella MediaCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
Physical Setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25