Accounts Receivable Analyst

Purpose of the Job   The Accounts Receivable Analyst will be responsible for complex financial, administrative, and clerical services, and will ensure proper review, timely processing, and communications of all billing and collection. This person will support financial managers to complete assigned receivables by analyzing accounts receivables, applying collection policies and procedures, and recommending accounting treatment for delinquent accounts.

Key Responsibilities
Perform daily processing of financial transactions to ensure that finances are maintained in an effective, up-to-date, and accurate manner
Maintain the accounts receivable aging for customers, receive incoming customer payments, enter cash receipts, and complete bank deposits
Monitor activity on and proactively contact all assigned accounts regarding past due items
Communicate with customers via phone and email to reconcile customer accounts, and address customer inquiries
Carry out billing, collection, and reporting activities according to specific deadlines
Maintain up-to-date billing system and reconciliation of accounts
Regularly monitor accounts receivables and report them to management
Partner and communicate with supervisor regarding any issues, unusual events, disputes, or deviations of policies or procedures
Maintain an efficient collection process to include an organized filing and tracing system, monitor returned checks and chargebacks
Assist with month-end activities and year closings, including monthly statements and aged receivable reports
Research discrepancy invoices and unapplied or unidentified payments, including identifying problem areas and assisting with finding and implementing solutions
Knowledge, Skills + Experience
2+ years of accounts receivable or collections experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or Economic.
Advanced written and verbal English (90% needed)
Highly proficient with MS Office software – Advanced level in Excel
Must be extremely detail oriented
Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate across many organizational levels
Strong organizational skills
Must possess a high energy and sense of urgency
Teamwork
Basic SAP knowledge