Overview
Under limited supervision, the AR Specialist II provides Accounts Receivable and general accounting support to internal teams and external customers.
Responsibilities
- Contact external customers to expedite payment and collections processes.
- Work within third-party payment portals to ensure invoices are submitted to external customers accurately and on time, meeting customer requirements.
- Provide appropriate documentation (e.g., proofs of delivery) to internal and external customers to support invoice validity.
- Deliver reporting to internal and external customers.
- Process incoming payments on an exception basis.
- Process credit card payments.
- Assist external customers with setting up EFT payments.
- Research and correct misapplied and/or unapplied payments.
- Identify issues preventing collections and communicate with the appropriate departments.
- Work with external customers to provide remittances.
- Independently provide support in collections and AR cleanup efforts while working closely with branches.
- May mentor lower-level employees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
- Typically requires a high school diploma or GED and two (2) to five (5) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Must be fluent in English and Spanish.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Strong customer service skills when working with vendors and internal customers.
- Strong attention to organization, detail, and accuracy.
- Ability to multitask and manage time well.
- PeopleSoft experience is preferred.
- Strong Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
Compensation & Benefits
- Healthcare coverage options
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vacation pay
- Sick pay
- Holiday pay
Location
Not specified in the provided description.