Accounts Receivable Specialist

Position: Accounts Receivable Specialist I
The position of Accounts Receivable Specialist I is of great significance to Valley Wide Cooperative. This position is responsible for AR payment posting, posting AR adjustments, AR account reconciliations and assisting with other department tasks as assigned.

Job Summary:

These are the basic requirements of the position and must be performed competently.

* Process and post daily AR payments.

* Answer customer calls regarding questions about the customer's account.

* Assist in resolving customer issues related to their accounts.

* Update customer account data.

* Answer general credit inquiries.

* Process and enter adjustments to customers' accounts.

* Assist with monthly customer statement process.

* Reconcile customer account balances and payments.

* Work on special projects as required.

* Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS/PREREQUISITES:

* 2+ years of accounting or A/R related experience.

* High school diploma or equivalent required.

* Must have strong work ethics.

* Must be well organized and a self-starter.

* Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable.

* Proficient in Excel, Word, and 10-key.

* Possess strong organizational and time management skills.

* Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills.

* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

* Ability to interact with employees and customers in a professional manner.

* Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.