Accounts Receivable Specialist

Overview

Empower Brands is looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team. As an Accounts Receivable Specialist, you will be responsible for providing financial, administrative and clerical services and ensuring accuracy and efficiency of operations. You will process and monitor incoming payments and secure revenue by verifying and posting receipts.

• Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer/franchisee payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
• Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers/franchisees.
• Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
• Reconciles bank account activity for accurate application of customer payments.
• Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent account holders to request payment.
• Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
• Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Accounting team and other staff.
• Reconcile accounts receivable ledger on a periodic basis (at least bi-monthly).
• Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
• Assists Accounting team in reconciling revenue accounts each month.
• Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
• Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
• Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.
• At least two years of accounts receivable experience required.

Who We Are:

Empower Brands was founded in 2022 as a product of the integration of Lynx Franchising and Outdoor Living Brands. Empower encompasses ten industry-leading brands across commercial and residential services. Empower Brands is a portfolio company of Mid Ocean Partners. For more about Empower Brands, visit the company’s website.

Note: This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.

Equal Employment Opportunity
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Empower Brands is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. This policy applies to all employment practices. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.