Cash Application Specialist

We are Prestone® (subsidiary of Recochem) - Since 1927, Prestone® has protected drivers and their vehicles with cutting-edge products. From its iconic yellow jug antifreeze/coolant to its innovative stop leak line, the Prestone® brand honors its 90-year history by keeping its groundbreaking formulas laps ahead of the competition.

Job Summary

Prestone is looking for a Cash Applications Specialist to join our Accounts Receivable team. This is a full-time position based at our Rosemont, IL office and will require a local candidate for hybrid schedule to work on-site 3x/week. The expected hourly rate for this position is $24-$27/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Essential Job Functions

• Accurately process and apply incoming customer payments to their respective invoices
• Ensure cash application and discrepancy investigation is done on a timely basis
• Extract remittance back-up from customer portals
• Reconcile and balance bank deposits (daily/weekly)
• Complete adjustment & netting requests
• Create deductions based on payment received
• Work closely with the Accounts Receivable team to ensure customer accounts are up to date
• Respond to service support requests/inquires
• Organize, and maintain appropriate files and documents

The above statement describes the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Qualifications

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications (MS Excel, MS Word, MS Access, etc.)
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Self-starter, with the ability to prioritize workflow and operate independently in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethics and high attention to detail
• Understands the general principles of accounting through previous experience in a related role, nice to have
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Prefer experience using or knowledge of large ERP system (SAP, Oracle E1 9.1 or better, AS400)
• Ability to identify opportunities for process improvements
• Experience managing large retail customers (Home Depot, Wal-Mart, Canadian Tire, Ozark, AutoZone, etc.)
• Associate or bachelor’s degree with a concentration on accounting/finance or related discipline is considered a plus, not a requirement

Prestone® offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Prestone's retirement savings options including employer match. Prestone also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

Prestone® is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Prestone does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

Prestone® is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.