Accounts Receivable Specialist

Description

The Role

The Accounts Receivable Specialist plays a crucial role as a key member of the Finance Team, focusing on managing and optimizing the accounts receivable and collections processes. This role involves regular communication with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure timely payments, maintain accurate financial records, and support the overall financial health of the company.

We have a compassionate and fun-loving culture and seek employees who thrive under those conditions and promote those values.

Essential Functions

•  Manage the accounts receivable process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing.
•  Monitor outstanding balances and proactively follow up on overdue payments.
•  Communicate with clients regarding payment status, discrepancies, and billing inquiries.
•  Ensure timely collection of customer payments, meeting KPIs established by the Corporate Controller.
•  Reconcile customer accounts and apply payments accurately within accounting systems.
•  Generate and distribute aging reports and collections summaries to track outstanding balances.
•  Collaborate with internal teams to resolve invoicing and payment issues.
•  Support month-end and year-end close processes, including generating reports related to AR aging and collections.
•  Assist with general ledger reconciliations related to AR.

Additional Responsibilities

•  Support accounts payable functions as needed.
•  Perform other duties and tasks which may be assigned from time to time by the Controller.

Competencies

•  Strong knowledge of accounts receivable processes, including collections best practices.
•  Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
•  Knowledge of GAAP is a plus.
•  Excellent communication and customer service skills for handling client interactions.
•  Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records.
•  Ability to handle sensitive financial information with integrity and confidentiality.
•  Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
•  Ability to work indiscriminately with various individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Educational and Professional Qualifications

•  1-3 years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting, or finance preferred.
•  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field is required.
•  Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks required.
•  CRM experience preferred.

Reports to:

•  Controller

About InterDev

At InterDev, we take pride in our proven track record of delivering unparalleled Information Technology Management Support and Security services. Over the years, we have consistently met the diverse needs of commercial businesses, government bodies, and nonprofits across the Southern and Mideastern regions of the United States. In addition to managing and hosting IT operations for our valued clients, we distinguish ourselves as pioneers in Geographic Information Services and cutting-edge Telecom/VoIP technologies.

We're committed to excellence, setting the bar high for service quality while proudly leading the way in our field. Our team at InterDev values its members and is fully devoted to:

•  Work/life balance
•  Job satisfaction
•  Professional development opportunities
•  Health & wellness

We offer comprehensive benefits which include 401(k) with employer contributions, health, disability, and life insurance. We support our team members’ professional development with company funded continuing education programs, employee incentives, and hands-on experience in a wide variety of configurations, systems, and application environments.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing may be required. There will be prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are generally Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

This is an on-site role, with expectations for in-person work five days per week.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Candidate must successfully complete background screening and drug screening upon acceptance of position.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO Statement

InterDev is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on the following protected classes: age (40 and older), race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. InterDev is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

InterDev values the diversity that military service brings to our workforce. Veterans, reservists, and National Guard members are encouraged to apply. Your service is valued here, and we welcome the opportunity to consider your application.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.