Accounts Receivable and Collections Associate

Who we are

Aerzen USA Corp. is an international manufacturer of positive displacement blowers, hybrid blowers, screw compressors and turbo blowers used for air and gas applications across many essential industries including wastewater, cement, biogas, pharmaceutical and food.

Competitive salary, generous health benefits 96% company‑paid plans, company HSA contribution, 401(k) with match, tuition reimbursement, profit share bonus package and opportunity to work with dynamic professionals.

Accounts Receivable & Collections Associate supports Accounting & Finance team maintaining customer accounts within ERP database, distributing invoicing, collecting outstanding invoices and supporting process improvements.

• Communicate directly with customers to send outstanding invoices, credit memos, account statements and collection notices.
• Actively contact customer accounts with the goal of timely collection of Accounts Receivables to minimize delinquent balances and reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
• Interact directly with customers to identify root causes of problems impacting payment of invoices and work with internal stakeholders to resolve those problems in a timely manner.
• Work with supervisor/team members to decide on best course of action to resolve customer payment issues and drive collection of past due balances, while maintaining professional demeanor in all customer and internal communications.
• Maintain records of customer interactions within ERP system to track progress on collection efforts and for future reference in credit decisions.
• Update ERP database with customer information changes, including but not limited to contacts, addresses, credit term revisions, tax information, etc.
• Assist in the preparation of account reconciliations and internal reporting for month‑end closing process.
• Identify areas for continuous improvements in departmental functions; assist in the implementation of process improvements.
• Cross train on other Finance department functions and assist on miscellaneous projects as assigned.

Education: High School Diploma Required.

Experience (yrs): 1 to 3 years related experience in general accounting and/or collections.

Software/Applications: Laptop, Docking Station, VPN, Access, Scanner, Dual Monitors and Desk.

Other:

• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook required;
  Microsoft Navision preferred.
• Telecommuting: with Manager’s approval after completion of onboarding.
• Flexible
  
  Work Schedule:
  
  with Manager’s approval.
• Ability and motivation to solve problems.
• Ability to work independently with strong time management skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with other departments.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.

Aerzen USA Corp is an equal opportunity employer and selects employees on the basis of skills and experience.