Accounts Receivable Analyst

Full-time position to support a multi-national automotive supplier with invoices, receivables, and collections processes. This position is located at our corporate headquarters in Farmington Hills, Michigan

• Post cash receipts daily in the ERP system (Plex Online) for multiple business locations, ensuring customer account accuracy.
• Retrieve and process daily lockbox payment information from banking platforms and apply customer payments accordingly.
• Review daily bank activity and monitor email communications for remittance advice and payment documentation.
• Research, investigate, and resolve payment discrepancies to ensure accurate account balances.
• Process online credit card transactions and maintain related records.
• Maintain customer accounts by performing account analysis, reconciliations, and necessary adjustments.
• Assist with general ledger reconciliations, ensuring Accounts Receivable activity aligns with bank cash receipts.
• Print, distribute, and mail daily invoices and monthly customer statements.
• Respond to customer billing inquiries and resolve issues through professional telephone and email communication.
• Collaborate with customers, Customer Service, Sales, and internal departments to resolve account-related matters.
• Support the review and establishment of customer credit terms and credit limits.
• Initiate and manage collection activities to minimize delinquent accounts and improve cash flow.
• Prepare aging reports, cash application reports, and other ad hoc financial analyses as requested.
• Review and verify customer credit memos issued by Customer Service for accuracy and proper authorization.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records in accordance with company policies and accounting procedures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and customer service within Accounts Receivable operations.

• Minimum of 3 years of Accounts Receivable and general accounting experience, preferably within an automotive OEM or manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred;
  Associate’s Degree accepted with equivalent Accounts Receivable experience.
• Proven ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, including strong 10-key data entry skills.
• Dependable, organized, and capable of effectively prioritizing daily responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates a positive, proactive attitude with the ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, colleagues, and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research cash application issues, payment discrepancies, and account variances.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office applications, and ERP systems; experience with Plex Online
• Ability to work independently while remaining flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
• Demonstrates consistency, accountability, and a commitment to meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Knowledge of credit, collections, cash application, and account reconciliation processes preferred.
• Experience preparing aging reports, analyzing customer account activity, and supporting month-end close activities is a plus.