Responsibilities:

• Monitor customer accounts for payment promptness.
• Make collection calls to past due customers.
• Follow-up with invoice copies and statements to customers as needed.
• Work with company managers and associates when needed to facilitate collection of past due invoices.
• Process customer credits as needed.
• Provide backup as needed to the payment receipts clerk.
• When needed, enter data from customer deposits into the accounting software.
• Answer customer questions on past due accounts, on cash application, and any credits that are issued.
• Ensures that all reporting is in compliance with the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) and other reporting guidelines by researching and following accounting rules and regulations.
• Provide support for annual audit, which may include research and reconcilement in order to meet auditor requirements.
• Responsible for accuracy, completeness and consistency of reporting financial records.
• Engage in on-going training and development in order to remain proficient in current accounting principles and changes in regulations.
• Establish and maintain a rapport / positive working relationship with all potential and existing customers. Promptly address any customer concerns and assure resolution in order to maintain positive long-term relationships.

Requirements:

• Two year degree in accounting or five years of related accounting experience is required
• Great Plains Accounting experience preferred
• Intermediate level of computer literacy, specifically MS Word and Excel