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MET ONE INSTRUMENTS INC
GL Accountant / Credit and Collections Specialist
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What they do
A Collections Specialist works for a company or credit agency to collect bill or account payments owed by customers. Reviews the amount of an overdue account, contacts customers to request payment, and negotiates payment plans as needed.
$50,804 / year median in Oregon
-24% projected decline
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized General Ledger Accountant / Credit and Collections Specialist to serve as a member of our accounting team at Met One Instruments . In this in-office role, you will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional who easily balances numbers with people and possesses strong analytical skills. Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities Performs general cost accounting and other related duties for the organization. Reviews monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements for accuracy and completeness. Maintains the general ledger and initiates regular journal entries as necessary. Sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and assists with closing the monthly books. Records daily cash receipts postings and manages customer accounts. Reconciles cash disbursement accounts, customer accounts, and other financial accounts; manages accounts receivable collections. Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit. Coordinates with software vendor to maintain accounting software systems; recommends updates to enhance the accounting software. Maintains fixed asset ledger and accumulated depreciation records. Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures. Reviews and approves new customer credit applications and sets credit limits. Monitors aging reports to identify delinquent and high-risk accounts. Contacts clients via phone or email regarding overdue payments. Resolves billing disputes, discrepancies, and customer credit issues. Processes customer payments, post cash receipts, and manages credit holds. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, or related field, required. Minimum of 3 years of experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skils Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting. Understand of and adherence to GAAP. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Sheets or similar software and accounting software.