Accounts Receivable Specialist

Join Team CARFAX as an Accounts Receivable Specialist!

Isn't it time you bragged about where you work? At CARFAX, we do, every day. We pride ourselves on being mission-focused on helping to grow a brand built on accuracy and integrity. We care deeply about our products and our customers. We’re more than just a company: We help millions of consumers make more-informed decisions every day. We know that our teammates are our most valuable asset, and we value a balanced life while tackling challenging projects in a fast-paced environment.

We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills to join our team as the Accounts Receivable Specialist. In this role, you will contribute to the trusted CARFAX brand by supporting our internal and external customers with a variety of accounting functions, including escalated billing issues, payment application and research, and account reconciliation. This position reports to the Accounts Receivable Manager.

At CARFAX, we believe in the power of teamwork and value in-person interactions so that we can collaborate and thrive together. This position will require 3 days a week in our Centreville, VA office subject to change with future business needs.

As an Accounts Receivable Specialist you will:

• Collaborate with internal and external business partners to ensure timely resolution of account issues
• Perform analysis of the Accounts Receivable Aging to identify trends
• Proactively address account issues with a sense of urgency
• Oversee case queues related to internal and external customer inquiries and escalations
• Process high volume payment application through manual and automated processes
• Use problem-solving and multitasking skills to quickly identify and resolve account issues while meeting department goals
• Collaborate with a team of enthusiastic professionals to minimize aging / bad debt.
• Perform complex collections activities on outstanding customer accounts
• Identify and implement process improvements

What we're looking for:

• 2+ years of accounts receivable experience and demonstrated success with account reconciliation and reporting
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred
• Experience using Netsuite and Salesforce preferred
• Microsoft Office skills; including advanced spreadsheet (Excel) skills: must be familiar with pivot tables, advanced formulas, and data analysis tools
• Ability to be self- directed, detail-oriented, customer-focused, organized, and able to work in a team-oriented environment
• Strong research, analytical, and reporting skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with keen attention to detail
• Knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards and compliance requirements

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive compensation, benefits and generous time-off policies
• 4-Day summer work weeks and a winter holiday break
• 401(k) / DCCP matching
• Annual bonus program
• Casual, dog-friendly, and innovative office spaces
• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please visit our website: https://jobs.jobvite.com/carfax/p/benefits

Don’t just take our word for it:

• 10X Virginia Business Best Places to Work
• 9X Washingtonian Great Places to Work
• 9X Washington Post Top Workplace
• 3X St. Louis Post-Dispatch Best Places to Work