Chicago, Illinois
Accounts Receivable Clerk Job Opening in Chicago, Illinois - Our client is looking for energetic and enthusiastic candidates to join their Chicago team. They are not an average retailer and this is definitely not your average finance position. They will give you the opportunity to really make a difference to their business by working on and initiating projects in a fast-paced environment and ultimately delivering results.
The successful candidate will be responsible for cash collection operations in cooperation with their local sales and finance management. As part of their commitment to your development, you will also gain exposure in cross functional and process improvement projects but you can expect your responsibilities to include to:
·Maintain strong relationships with our clients to ensure timely collections and a high degree of accuracy
·Review and monitor A/R Aging Reports, collections targets and send statements and copies of unpaid invoices to customers
·Respond to customer billing inquiries. Research unpaid or disputed amounts and work with Sales and Finance to resolve customer issues and correct billing errors
· Standardize processes to ensure capacity for our significant growth.
· Diagnose, improve and fix any issues with our current collections processes
· Work with the commercial side of the business to ensure we are serving their customers in the most effective manner.
Job Requirements
Experience Preferred for the Accounts Receivable Coordinator:
Associate's degree, or equivalent, or technical school; Bachelor?s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business, preferred
At least 1 year of relevant experience
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solid data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
Proficiency in in MS Office, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Associate
Required experience:
Accounts Receivable: 2 years
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