Entry-Level Business Associate

Actalent has an immediate internal opening for a customer service-driven Business Operations Associate at our corporate office in Jacksonville, FL
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• Internal | Permanent
• Full Time | Monday
  - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Hybrid | 4 days in-office, 1 day remote
• Hourly: $20.19
• Bonus: $1000 per quarter based on individual performance

The Business Operations Associate (BOA) is responsible for ensuring the highest level of customer service to external customers as well as corporate and field office employees. The BOA is proficient in the management and collection of customer accounts receivable. Qualities include; building customer relationships, conflict resolution, professionalism, detail oriented, strong follow-up skills, multi-tasking skills, the ability to use independent judgment, ability to function in an open environment and the ability to adapt to changes in the workplace.

• Management of customer accounts, including but not limited to invoicing, collections, PO tracking, customer service and working with clients to resolve outstanding issues
• Making routine welcome and maintenance calls to clients
• Develop and maintain customer relationships through weekly touchpoints
• Manage and maintain a multi-million-dollar book of Accounts Receivable
• Support liaison between field offices and other corporate departments
• Responsible for gathering the necessary data to assist management with account specific decisions
• Auditing account specific reports to ensure accurate billing and client specific information
• Work in an ever-evolving environment that thrives on teamwork in order to achieve individual and team goals
• Work at the ground-level gaining experience and insight into our business cycle for future career growth
• Perform various customer service-related activities
• Gain experience using internal and external tools to audit, send and collect on invoicing

• BA / BS degree in Business or Accounting preferred
• Ability to effectively work in a team-oriented environment that is fair, open, honest, humble, competitive
• Thorough knowledge of business policies and account management practices
• Strong communication skills and work ethic
• Ability to balance daily workload through effective time management, prioritization, and organizational skills

With global headquarters outside of Baltimore, MD, Actalent has an existing network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, including many of the Fortune 500. We give clients access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market, supporting engineering and science initiatives that advance how companies serve the world.

An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences talent services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.

The Actalent experience is one of high standards for professional and personal growth, integrity, and inclusivity. Everyone has ownership in the Actalent culture. We ask each member of our team to help us build our culture by:

• Bringing their best selves to work every day in terms of caring, competitive spirit and character
• Leading by example and working with purpose and pride
  
  Committing to fostering an inclusive and safe workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. We understand the power of a diverse team, celebrate differences, and promote inclusive and accessible environments. To support our colleagues in being their authentic selves and give everyone opportunities for allyship, we offer a range of employee resource groups.

• Empowered Women at Actalent
• BIPOC
• Military and First Responder
• Strong Voices (Bringing people of color together to successfully build relationships through mentorship and high performing partnerships)

We form alliances with diversity related national organizations for the contributions they make to the communities we serve, their ability to help our organization make an impact on diversity recruitment in the marketplace and the development offerings they have for our internal employees and consultants. See below for a list of current strategic partners:

• BEYA
  - Black Engineer of the Year Awards
• SHPE
  - Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
• Women of Color Stem Conference
• Linkage's Women in Leadership…