Accounting Assistant​/Receivables

6+ months

• The main function of an accounting assistant is to compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete.
• A typical accounting assistant is responsible for a wide range of technology and can work in areas closely related to computers.

• Instruct staff on the classification, recording, and summarization of numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers.
• Review and approve bills, invoices, account statements, and other financial statements according to established procedures.
• Review and approve debiting, crediting, and totaling accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software.
• Check figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Basic mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Ability to apply accounting and mathematical principles to work as needed.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and company policies, procedures and regulations as related to accounting.
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and any other related accounting software.

• High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree in accounting or related financial discipline preferred.
• 10+ years of financial and/or accounting experience required.

• Be a part of a team that directly drives enterprise value through the ongoing administration of a multi-billion-dollar intercompany factoring program.
• Serve global teams across North America, Europe, South Africa, and Asia/Pacific countries by providing useful data and reports related to factored receivables.
• Expand your spreadsheet proficiency, reconciliation skills, understanding of factoring business and more with ownership of weekly factoring.

• Learn more about factoring operations with and using the Factoring system (Lendscape).

• Process weekly factored receivables; responsible for ~60 settlements per mo
• Process collections received on fact rec
• Submit wire requests via Salesforce for factoring settlements
• Manage responsibilities according to established factoring calendar
• Reconcile settlement balances to Seller’s receivables system
• Collaborate with Seller and Buyer contacts to identify reasons for recon differences, obtain information on invoices/collections, etc.
• Distribute accurate and timely settlement reports via SharePoint upload or email.
• Assist Buyer and Sellers with settlement or wire discrepancies
• Assist with misc tasks such as data entry into Lendscape (due date extensions)

• 3 other analysts reporting into the manager.
• Apart of a larger treasury team. Serving global factoring teams on both manufacturing and Client financial sides, including accounting, credit, treasury, and others

• Years of experience: 10+ years
• Degree requirement: HS Diploma or GED required, associate's degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• Do you accept internships as job experience:
  No
• Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role:
  Treasury Analyst, Accounts Receivable, Accountant, Accounts Payable

• Attention to detail, ability to follow standard work/procedures, advanced excel experience.

• Microsoft office (excel - advanced skills)

• Oracle

• Being able to collaborate with all parties
• Ability to work independently
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to follow standard work
• Attention to detail

• Remote work
• Travel Requirement:
  None
• Export Control Requirements:
  No