Accounts Receivable Specialist Part-time

Accounts Receivable Specialist Part-time 15-20 hours per week Brookfield, Wisconsin Position Summary The Accounts Receivable Specialist will assist in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients. This position needs a team player - someone who is not only exceptional at multi-tasking but also thrives on troubleshooting and owning processes.

Key Responsibilities

Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable. Deposits checks via check scanner. Create reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested. Identify past-due customer accounts, draft correspondence to customers for past-due accounts, contact delinquent customers to request payment and maintain collection files.

Assist with customer returns, refunds, and adjustments when necessary. Research any customer invoice discrepancies with help of accounting staff and customer service. Collaborate with Director of Finance to review accounts receivable aging on a periodic basis. Monitor the receivables inbox. Willing to be a backup for other accounting duties as necessary.

Abide by all Howard Company rules and regulations as noted in the Employee Handbook. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in accounting preferred. 2 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred. High level of accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail. Strong math, typing, and computer skills, especially with accounting software and MS excel.

Excellent communication, research, problem-solving, and time management skills. Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers and copier. Syteline experience is a plus. Able to work independently but also within a team. Physical Requirements Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for typing, filing, and using office equipment.

Visual acuity and ability to read small print. Hearing acuity and ability to communicate effectively with others. Ability to lift and move office supplies and equipment. Mobility and ability to move around the office as needed.