Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut.

📋 Description

• Examine collection reports to assess collection status, outstanding balances, and the effectiveness of collection policies and procedures.

• Conduct audits on delinquent accounts deemed uncollectible before designating them as bad credit.

• Evaluate account risk and changes in credit limits, and release orders on credit hold on a daily basis.

• Implement or support credit and collection strategies that help reduce calculated Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).

• Investigate and resolve chargebacks, unauthorized deductions, and issues related to policy compliance.

• Oversee the collection of assigned accounts within defined terms and conditions.

• Create and execute billing, collections, and cash-application policies.

• Maintain effective communication and foster relationships.

• Aid in financial planning through cash-flow forecasting.

• Support month-end close processes, including accounts receivable reconciliation, bad debt reserve assessment, cash management, and journal-entry preparation.

• Ensure accurate customer records are maintained in the ERP system.

• Perform additional duties as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Associate's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.

• At least 3 years of experience in credit and collections is required.

• Experience in the construction and manufacturing industries is preferred.

• Familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles, practices, and reporting standards.

• Adherence to the company’s code of ethics, independence regulations, and quality control practices.

• Strong background in financial control.

• Proven problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Sound judgment, business ethics, integrity, and consulting capabilities.

• Capacity to independently plan, prioritize, organize, and manage a varied workload.

• Ability to assess situations, identify alternatives, and implement effective solutions.

• Strong organizational and time management skills along with attention to detail.

• Proficient in handling multiple priorities and sensitive material confidentially.

• Exceptional computer skills with extensive knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.

• Proficient in email, scheduling, meeting-management, and related communication software.

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

• Capability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization and produce clear reports, presentations, and business correspondence.

• Leadership skills with a proven ability to supervise and manage teams.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Generous employer 401K matching.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• Holiday pay.

• Short-term disability benefit plans.

• Long-term disability benefit plans.

• Above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave.

• Bonus opportunities aligned with the Company’s incentive programs.

• Paid time off for volunteering.

• Active and growing Employee Resource Group network.