Job Title: Accounts Receivable

Location: Harrison, Ohio

Salary: $22.00 -$24.00

Job Type: Full-Time

Recruiting Firm: LHH Recruitment Solutions

Job Description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is excited to announce an opportunity for a diligent and experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our client's team. This role involves evaluating customer creditworthiness, compiling and interpreting credit data, and managing the extension of credit. The ideal candidate will ensure strong relationships with both internal and external customers and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Account Collections: Efficiently collect overdue commercial accounts within designated timeframes.

• Credit Verification: Handle the processing and verification of credit reference inquiries and applications.

• Credit Investigation: Conduct thorough investigations of credit histories using various reporting services.

• Report Preparation: Create detailed reports on credit activities, analyses, and account statuses.

• Credit Analysis: Assess financial positions and creditworthiness, preparing detailed reports of findings.

• Account Management: Contact overdue accounts to arrange payment plans and secure payments for outstanding amounts.

• Documentation: Maintain records of collection activities and recommend accounts for charge-off when necessary.

• Agency Correspondence: Communicate with collection agencies regarding delinquent accounts.

• Account Setup: Establish new customer accounts and manage the release of sales orders.

• Payment Processing: Timely processing and posting of credit card payments.

• Discrepancy Management: Review and address any payment discrepancies.

• Customer Support: Act as a liaison to resolve credit and payment issues between customers and sales staff.

• Documentation Handling: Expedite the provision of necessary documentation, such as invoices and proof of delivery.

• Monthly Reporting: Generate and distribute monthly statements and reports.

• Month-End Closing: Execute month-end credit closing procedures.

• Compliance: Ensure adherence to all company policies, procedures, and global standards.

• Health & Safety: Support and comply with the company’s Health, Safety & Environmental policies.

• Skill Development: Continuously develop and apply core job skills.

• Team Participation: Engage in department meetings, training, and team functions.

• Representation: Represent the company professionally to external clients.

• Punctuality: Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.

• Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: Some college education preferred; an associate degree is a plus.

• Experience: At least 2 years of experience in credit & collections, particularly in commercial or construction industries. International collections experience is advantageous.

• Skills:

  • Comprehensive knowledge of credit/collection processes and procedures.

  • Experience with credit applications and understanding of bond/lien filings.

  • Familiarity with credit reporting services like Dun & Bradstreet.

  • Strong ability to understand legal documents and credit reports.

  • Effective negotiation, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (intermediate), Word, Outlook; familiarity with Microsoft Access and SAP is a plus.

• Abilities:

  • Ability to collaborate with employees, management, and external vendors.

  • Capable of managing deadlines and performing tasks with high accuracy.

  • Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

  • Operate independently with minimal supervision.

  • Adaptability to multitask and adjust priorities as needed.

  • Availability for after-hours emergency calls and required overtime.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Become a vital part of our client’s team helping in Accounts Receivable and help drive their financial success. If you have the necessary experience and skills, we invite you to apply and take on this exciting challenge!

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.