At Emerald Site Services, we rely on a meticulous financial system to drive business forward. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will help process and track payments in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will have both a day-to-day and ongoing impact on financial transactions, keeping us on track, on time, and on good terms with our valued partners. Objectives of This Role Support the company in optimizing our financial transactions and systems by performing reconciliation of payments and customer accounts. Communicate discrepancies to the management team, identify slow-paying customers, and recommend collection candidates. Strengthen and grow relationships with clients by communicating with customers regarding past-due accounts. Assist in streamlining the accounts receivable process by identifying areas for performance improvement. Exercise integrity and confidentiality in financial reporting and comply with applicable national and local financial requirements. Responsibilities Timely and consistent follow-up on all aged Accounts Receivable. Research and resolve customer invoice and purchase order discrepancies. Provide invoice copies to clients as requested. Verify and set up new customer accounts. Cross-train accounting and dispatch team members to ensure coverage in the Accounts Payable department. Gather and verify invoices for appropriate documentation prior to payment. Work with the Senior Accountant to ensure aging is up to date, credits and collections are applied, uncollectible amounts are accounted for, and miscellaneous differences are cleared. Monitor and collect accounts receivable by contacting clients via telephone, email, and mail. Prepare analytical and ratio analyses relevant to A/R so management can gain a better understanding of how collection efforts are progressing. Support other accounting and finance team members, inventory management, and cost accounting. Maintain current accounts receivable processes. Maintain schedules of values as they relate to jobs through current systems. Manage the implementation process of accounts receivable progress billing and T&M in current and new systems. Required Skills and Qualifications Strong mathematical skills. Understanding of basic principles of finance, accounting, and bookkeeping. Superb time management and attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and Sage 100 Contractor. Ability to maintain company and partner confidentiality. Superior interpersonal skills with experience interacting with clients by telephone and through written correspondence. Preferred Skills and Qualifications Experience driving process improvement. Minimum 2-3 years of previous Accounts Receivable and Collections experience. Experience managing client relationships. Experience with multiple-entity accounting and cash posting. Self-starter who takes a customer-service approach to the collections process. Associate degree in Business Administration or Accounting; Bachelor's degree preferred. Candidates without a degree may be considered with extensive relevant experience. Equal Employment Opportunity Emerald Site Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and do not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Pay:
$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance