JR. ACCOUNTANT / RECEIVABLES SPECIALIST

JR. ACCOUNTANT / RECEIVABLES SPECIALIST 4.0 4.0

out of 5 stars 5022 Hartley Peavey Dr, Meridian, MS 39305 $35,500

• $45,750 a year
• Full-time Peavey Electronics Corporation 41 reviews $35,500
• $45,750 a year
• Full-time We are searching for a well-rounded, knowledgeable individual to help support our company's accounting functions as well as specifically overseeing our receivables sector.

This dual role is an exempt position, as it integrates professional accounting principles along with specialized professional administrative accounting tasks, offering the opportunity to exercise independent judgment and discretion across significant accounting operations. The individual in this role will operate with limited supervision, managing key responsibilities that directly impact the company overall. Key Responsibilities and Scope of Authority The duties of this position require professional knowledge and application of accounting standards related to GAAP and best practices. The incumbent is expected to operate autonomously in their assigned functions, making decisions related to complex accounting entries along with fulfilling accounts receivables tasks.

Accounting Responsibilities:

This function focuses on applying professional accounting principles to financial record-keeping, analysis, and administrative support for the finance/accounting department.

Transaction Management & Analysis:

Comprehensive knowledge with accounts receivable; to include debit and credit entries, accounts receivable cycles, ensuring adherence to established accounting standards and making independent decisions to resolve processing exceptions.

Accounts Receivable:

Responsible for processing, posting, and managing incoming payments from customers and payment portals, reconciling transactions and accounts, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures by maintaining financial records accurately.

Complex Reconciliations:

Conduct complex reconciliations of various accounts to ensure integrity between internal records and external statements (e.g., bank statements, customer balances, general ledgers, etc.), identifying and resolving discrepancies without (or with limited) direct supervision.

Financial Data Management & Reporting:

Accurately enter and analyze financial data using advanced accounting software (preferably with SAP). Prepare, analyze, and interpret journal entries, financial documents, reports, and summaries, utilizing professional judgment to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Audit Management:

Coordinate, conduct, and manage the preparation of necessary documentation and support materials for internal and external audits.

Process Improvement:

Exercise discretion to identify and recommend improvements to existing accounting procedures and systems.

Accounts Receivables Responsibilities:

This function focuses on managing specifically assigned tasks relating to Accounts Receivables. Manage incoming Cash flow : Manage the company's cash flow by generating, sending, tracking and posting payments

• internally and from external payment portals.

Review new and existing customers' balances and reconcile payments and accounts.

Collections Management & Dispute Resolution:

Monitor delinquent accounts and initiate collection actions. Resolve complex billing disputes and account queries, exercising discretion regarding payment balances.

Compliance & Policy Adherence:

Ensure all credit and/or collection activities comply with relevant federal and state laws, company policies, and GAAP.

Records Management:

Maintain and manage accurate payment posting records and payment histories, ensuring data integrity for analysis and reporting.

Experience & Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

An associate degree is preferred with a minimum of three (3) years of job-related experience in a professional accounting environment. The required minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional work experience may be substituted for formal education.

Professional Skills:

Demonstrated discretion and independentjudgment in resolving complex financial issues. Strong analytical skills are essential for high-level financial analysis and risk assessment. Proficiency with enterprise accounting software (SAP preferred) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Exceptional organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities to manage varied responsibilities autonomously. Excellent communication skills for professional interaction and negotiation with clients, vendors, and internal leadership.

Position Details:

This position is an in-office, salaried-exempt role. Due to the nature of the duties and the exercise of significant discretion and independent judgment, this position is not eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Schedule:

M-F (8:00 AM

• 5:00 PM)

Salary Range:

$35,500

• $45,750 Annually (Paid on a Salary Basis)

Note:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay:

$35,500.00

• $45,750.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person