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Accounting Agent
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Weatherby Lake, MO (In Person)
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Job DescriptionTo assist the Accounting Manager in routine accounting operations to ensure delivery of quality accounting services in accordance with the Department's requirements.
Contact customers on AR balances owed, update collection notes in AR collections system, and work alongside internal operations to collect funds Take responsibility for Business to Business collection process on assigned accountsAssist with obtaining payment remittances Complete collection reports on problem accounts as assigned by leadershipAssist with Process improvements related to billing and receivables Work with Operations to resolve AR discrepancies in a timely mannerWork with supervisor and manager to develop reporting/trending for said accounting job functions Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients QualificationsHigh School Degree or equivalent requiredPassed background checkMust be 18 years of age or olderGood computer skills (Word, Excel, and familiarity with PowerPoint)Must be legally authorized to work in the United StatesMust not require future sponsorship for employment VisaMust have the ability to work overtime in support of department needsFluent in English, both written and verbalAbility to multi-task and prioritize throughout the workday while remaining focused and organizedDemonstrated ability to be pro-active in thought and actionStrong organization skillsAnalytical with strong attention to detailEffective interpersonal skills, including proven ability to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive resultsAbility to work independently and in a collaborative team environmentWilling to pitch in and help on last minute projects or assist team membersExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Comfortable with numbers and basic mathematical skillsHas a demonstrated strong work ethic, and reliabilityComfortable working in a professional business environmentMust be able to commute to the MCI buildingTechnically proficient and have strong accounting, analytical, financial modeling, and research skillsExcellent organization skills and detailed-orientedMotivated self-starter and work with urgencyAbility to adapt through changeWork in a team-oriented atmosphereCollege/University or equivalent business qualifications (preferred) Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Tasks and responsibilities to include:
Book vendor invoices Match amounts in proprietary A/P system to vendor invoices Prepare and issue schedules of paymentsUpdate vendor statementsReconcile and resolve problem invoices Build key relationships with vendors in order to quickly resolve invoice issues File invoices, statements and any accounting related documents when necessarySupport Accounting Department with miscellaneous projects and assignmentsEnsure communication with local branches Works with internal customers in Operations to provide support and assist with cost accounting and billing Other tasks/duties as deemed appropriate by your management team.Contact customers on AR balances owed, update collection notes in AR collections system, and work alongside internal operations to collect funds Take responsibility for Business to Business collection process on assigned accountsAssist with obtaining payment remittances Complete collection reports on problem accounts as assigned by leadershipAssist with Process improvements related to billing and receivables Work with Operations to resolve AR discrepancies in a timely mannerWork with supervisor and manager to develop reporting/trending for said accounting job functions Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients QualificationsHigh School Degree or equivalent requiredPassed background checkMust be 18 years of age or olderGood computer skills (Word, Excel, and familiarity with PowerPoint)Must be legally authorized to work in the United StatesMust not require future sponsorship for employment VisaMust have the ability to work overtime in support of department needsFluent in English, both written and verbalAbility to multi-task and prioritize throughout the workday while remaining focused and organizedDemonstrated ability to be pro-active in thought and actionStrong organization skillsAnalytical with strong attention to detailEffective interpersonal skills, including proven ability to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive resultsAbility to work independently and in a collaborative team environmentWilling to pitch in and help on last minute projects or assist team membersExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Comfortable with numbers and basic mathematical skillsHas a demonstrated strong work ethic, and reliabilityComfortable working in a professional business environmentMust be able to commute to the MCI buildingTechnically proficient and have strong accounting, analytical, financial modeling, and research skillsExcellent organization skills and detailed-orientedMotivated self-starter and work with urgencyAbility to adapt through changeWork in a team-oriented atmosphereCollege/University or equivalent business qualifications (preferred) Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.