Cash Application Specialist

Overall Responsibilities:

Responsible for the accounts receivable processes, dealing with payments and applying them to the correct customer accounts. The duties of a cash applications specialist are to manually review all remittance from customers or clients and match the payments to the appropriate invoices to make sure payment has been received.The Accounts Receivable Clerk will assist in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process and reconcile account receivables and remittances.
• Perform periodic audits of the general ledger and company financial documents.
• Address payment issues like double payments or other discrepancies
• Engage in collection management processes as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Characteristics and skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and related software as well as other accounting software programs. JDE experience is a plus.
• Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.
• Ability to work independently and in a challenging environment.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  
  
  

Educational and other requirements:

• Associate degree in finance or accounting preferred but not required.
• Prior experience in accounts receivable and cash applications
• Ability to work independently and contribute to broader team objectives.
• Ability to multitask and manage time amid multiple deadlines.
• At least two years of related experience required.
• A true “team-oriented” leader that embraces the idea that he/she is a “go-to” person.
• Expertise with ERP systems (JDE is a plus)
• Domestic travel 0% - International 0%