We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting Specialist to join our finance team in our Holly Springs, GA office. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the company’s day-to-day accounting processes with focus on Accounts Receivable, while also assisting with some tasks in Accounts Payable. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong communication and analytical skills who strives in a teamwork environment.
Duties
- Monitor accounts receivable aging to identify and minimize overdue accounts.
- Record and reconcile customer payments, including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit card transactions.
- Address and resolve discrepancies between payments and invoices.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with customers to facilitate prompt payment.
- Maintain accurate records of invoices, payments and communications.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, financial regulations and internal controls.
- Analyze trends and identify opportunities for process improvement or risk mitigation.
- Stay updated on industry best practices and technological advancements to optimize AR processes.
- Assess creditworthiness of new and existing customers by analyzing financial data and credit reports.
- Establish and maintain credit limits and terms for customers in accordance with company policies.
- Monitor and manage credit risks to minimize bad debt exposure.
- Assist Accounts Payable in three-way invoice matching/invoice processing
Qualifications:
- Proven experience (2+ years) in an Accounting role with an emphasis on Accounts Receivable
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes including the general ledger
- Experience with analyzing customer credit reports to intuitively establish credit terms and limits
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced environment
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and working collaboratively across departments
- Proficient ability to navigate ERP systems
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to create and manage complex solutions and reports
- Willingness to work collaboratively to support team members and contribute to a positive team environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- What is a general ledger?
- Do you have any experience working for a distributor or working with inventory?
- Do you have experience working in a small company?
Experience:
- Accounting/Bookkeeping: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person