AR Cash Applications Specialist

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the accurate recording of all cash (Checks, Wires) received from customers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares each day’s deposits for posting and applies it to the customer accounts.
• On a daily basis, research and accurately input cash receipts into the customers’ accounts.
• Verifies accuracy of payment information and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Conducts a daily balancing procedure to assure that all cash is posting.
• Research potential misapplications 
• Collaborate with internal departments and communicate with customers to address payment-related inquiries and discrepancies.
• Provide feedback on existing cash application processes and suggest improvements for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Adhere to internal controls and compliance measures related to cash application processes.
• Assists Manager, Collections & Accounts Receivable in resolving discrepancies of cash postings.
• Work closely within the Accounting and Finance teams, and other relevant stakeholders to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Assists in enhancement projects such as system testing, automation and any other improvements which need to be implemented
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

• Possess excellent organization and time management skills

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Diploma, some college preferred
• 1-3 years accounts receivable and general accounting experience

Knowledge and Skills :

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Knowledge of accounts receivable cash applications
• Proficiency with Excel and Outlook.  Ability to create Pivot Tables and Vlookups
• Must be able to work “hands-on” in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to collaborate with others across the organization
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, follow up, and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to identify discrepancies and take initiative to research variances and correct

Hours Required:

• 8:15 am - 4:45 pm (May require overtime to completed assigned tasks)

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and occasionally required to stand; walk; climb stairs.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The usual environment is in a business office with a noise level in the work environment that is usually moderate. 

This is a non-exempt position.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, and may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

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