Accounts Receivable and Credit Specialist

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2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $25.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Accounts Receivable and Credit Specialist – Lester Prairie, MN (Onsite)

We're proud to boast a high retention rate, with many employees celebrating 20, 30 and 40 year milestones! Since 1947, Lester Buildings has grown from its modest beginnings to an industry leader – due to our employees’ dedication and drive to innovate.

• Full Benefits
• Profit sharing
• Informal dress code
• Small, family orientated company atmosphere
• Discount on building materials

The Accounts Receivable & Credit Specialist role is responsible for credit and collections on behalf of the company. The position is responsible for reviewing and approval of new dealers and Lester Buildings contracts; and working directly with our customers to keep their accounts current. Responsibilities also include daily invoice processing, cash application along with completing other miscellaneous documents as needed.

• Set up and appointment of new dealers
• Review and approval of Lester Buildings contracts
• Review and analyze customer credit applications, financial statements, fund verifications and credit reports
• Establish and update credit limits and terms based on risk assessments
• Collecting of past due accounts, including working with outside agencies and attorneys on collections
• Daily invoicing
• Cash application
• Prepare cash on delivery notifications
• Manage and process liens
• Maintain license and permit bonds
• Performance bonds
• Maintain certificates of insurance files
• Prepare monthly borrowing base certificate
• Process monthly customer statements
• Monthly reconciliations of accounts receivable and deposits
• Manage & process sales tax

• Accounting diploma or associate degree in accounting is required
• Minimum accounting experience of at least 2 years is necessary
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills are required
• Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness is critical
• Strong communication skills with the ability to be assertive is necessary
• Must be a team player and highly motivated
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• ERP system knowledge is a plus
• Familiarity with manufacturing and construction process is a plus

$25.00 to $30.00 an hour

The specific compensation offered to a candidate varies by several factors including relevant work experience, education, certifications and internal pay equity. This position is eligible for Company profit sharing potential.

Lester Building Systems values our employees and is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. For eligible employees we offer paid time off and holidays, health, dental and vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending for medical and daycare, 401(k) plan and profit sharing. We also offer company paid short and long term disability and basic life insurance. Education reimbursement is also available.

Lester Building Systems is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas at this time.