What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Clerk position at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits?

What You Need To Know :

Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry-leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is North America’s preeminent wine and spirits distributor, as well as a family-owned, privately held company with roots that go back to 1933. We were named by Newsweek as a Most Loved Workplace and included on the Forbes lists for Largest Private Companies and Best Employers for Diversity.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a full menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

At Southern Glazer’s, you’ll enjoy an environment where continuous learning and growth are supported and experience a culture where you are respected, and your voice is heard. If you’re looking to fill your glass with opportunity, come join our FAMILY.

Overview :

Posts customer payments by verifying invoice coding; verifying transactions; scheduling disbursements; obtaining authorization of payments; evaluating and approving account investigations; resolving special cases; authorizing stop-payments; coordinating daily receiving reporting; following internal accounting controls.

Primary Responsibilities :

Provide financial, administrative, and clerical services as well as ensure accuracy and efficiency of operations.
Process and monitor incoming payments, and secure revenue by verifying and posting receipts.
Record payments to accounts and maintain accounts receivable records.
Compile necessary information from financial institutions such as banks and credit organizations to process / verify applications for credit and solicit payment on overdue accounts.
Keep records of all delinquent accounts, incomplete files, and credit risks.
Prepare daily cash deposits and cash control sheet.
Enter finalized cash receipts and update accounts receivable ledger.
Work with potential customer and sales department to gather new account paperwork and send the completed file to the accounts receivable supervisor for verification.
Perform collection procedures as outlined in Standard Operating Process (SOPs) and escalate to supervisor as needed.

Minimum Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalency plus 2 years of experience.

Knowledge with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), federal regulatory guidelines, and organizational objectives.

Proficiency using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets in creating pivot tables, develop charts, and complex formulas.

Working knowledge of SAP software financial modules.

Excellent accuracy and attention to detail skills to process large numbers of invoices.

Proficiency using high mathematical concepts such as fractions, algebra, statistics, mathematical modeling, and, to some extent, calculus.

Strong communication skills – written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working relationships.

Knowledge of other MS Office Suite and / or software applications related to job functions.

Excellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical / problem solving, problem management, presentation. development, presentation, and communications skills.

Additional Primary Responsibilities :

Follow up and review accounts for compliance with State credit law and Standard Operating Procedures. (SOPs)

Cash application through various payment methods such as checks / cash, electronic funds transfer (EFT), Online Bill Pay, Drivers, non-sufficient funds (NSFs), and notify customer / sales of term changes.

Address driver phone calls and / or questions through radio (Nextmail) regarding payment and delivery instruction

Manage monthly statement distributions and work with sales and other departments to handle disputes on accounts.

Maintain an Account Portfolio of 1,000 accounts with accurate notes and terms for customers.

Work closely with sales and various departments to keep accurate notes on customer account status for delivery information and account payment status Responsible for a high volume of customer accounts.

Update and maintain all aspects of their customer account portfolio which includes contact information, notes on account status, courtesy calls, and handling customer requests.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Physical Demands :

Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing / keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device.

Physical demands with activity or condition may occasionally include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping.

May require occasional lifting / lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20lbs.

EEO Statement :

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action / EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and / or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

About Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits :

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits is the largest distributor of beverage alcohol in North America, and proud to be a multi-generational, family-owned company. Southern Glazer’s has a proud history of consistently delivering impeccable service in 44 states, plus the District of Columbia, and Canada. It’s all made possible by our employees. Our careers focus on delivering a captivating and rewarding experience. Challenging our colleagues every step of the way, we provide the tools for them to grow, succeed and accomplish both their personal and professional goals. Together, we can deliver the highest quality service for our suppliers and our customers while we put you on the career path you’ve been looking for.Southern Glazer’s is nationally recognized by its supplier partners as well as by its customers for its state-of-the-art distribution capabilities and its leading-edge information technology. We also believe in the importance of giving back, being a socially responsible corporate citizen and making contributions to national, state and local charitable organizations.

Salary : $21

Apply for this job

Receive alerts for other Accounts Receivable Clerk job openings

Accounts Receivable Clerk

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Clerk position at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits?

What is the career path for a Accounts Receivable Clerk?

Job openings at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Accounts Receivable Clerk jobs in the Geismar, LA area that may be a better fit.

We don't have any other Accounts Receivable Clerk jobs in the Geismar, LA area right now.

AI Assistant is available now!