Accounts Receivable

Job Overview
Grand Stage is seeking an Accounts Receivable clerk for our entertainment based supply and contracting company. This position is responsible for generating revenue by ensuring the timely and correct billing of customers and projects. Additionally, the Accounts Receivable position assists with overall accounting program of the company including accounts payable, payroll and general operation of an 80-year-old family business. This full-time position located at our 3418 N Knox location on Chicago’s northwest side.

Responsibilities

• Work with various company departments to generate and send invoices that are correct and timely
• Create and maintain billing calendars with Project Managers
• Interface with Accounts Payable to ensure dropship orders are properly invoiced
• Verify and record all financial transactions
• Resolve accounting differences with customers
• Secure client payments by regularly following up with outstanding payments
• Monitor and manage outstanding accounts and work with sales and projects staff to resolve debts up to and including placing customers on hold
• Minimize risk within the organization.
• Work with departments to perform regular inventory audits.
• Primary point of contact with external accounting agency for preparation of financial documents and tax filings
• Create internal and external controls for ensuring accuracy and compliance within the company’s operations.
• Train company staff on proper business processes including ERP software and record keeping.
• Promote Grand Stage as a preferred supplier
• Work with Marketing and Sales teams to maintain E-commerce store and properly capture sales.
• Assist with day-to-day operations of family-owned business and any other responsibilities as may be requested by the Board of Directors or President

Ideal Candidates will Possess the following:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting or business
• Understanding of construction billing procedures including AIA forms and Procore software
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and to see needs and offer solutions
• Team player with positive attitude
• Familiarity with ERP, CRM and POS software as well as a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Creative problem-solving skills with financial skills aptitude
• Ability to multi-task, set agendas and handle several projects simultaneously

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid sick time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Chicago, IL 60641 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60641: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $55,000