Zing Recruiting · 2 months ago
Accounts Receivable - Credit & Collections Specialist
Endicott, New York
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21/hr - $25/hrPeoplelink Staffing Solutions is seeking an Accounts Receivable – Credit & Collections Specialist in partnership with a prominent client in Endicott, NY within the aerospace machining industry. This role involves maintaining customer payment accuracy, overseeing credit and collection activities, and resolving billing discrepancies.
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Responsibilities
Maintain the accuracy and timeliness of customer payment applications
Oversee credit and collection activities
Address and resolve billing discrepancies; respond to inquiries regarding invoices
Process and post invoices and customer payments on a daily basis
Reconcile and apply incoming payments accurately each day
Manage the collection of overdue accounts and ensure timely follow-up
Prepare and distribute accurate monthly customer account statements
Provide documentation and reports as needed to support internal and external audits
Conduct collection calls and coordinate with sales staff to resolve outstanding issues
Communicate courteously and effectively with customers and internal teams
Maintain reconciliations for large or high-profile customer accounts
Partner with Sales and Management to address problematic accounts, blocked orders, short payments, and tax discrepancies
Monitor and resolve AR aging reports, unapplied cash, credit balances, and short pay issues
Escalate unresolved accounts and deliver periodic status updates to management
Perform daily reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of AR records
Process account adjustments, offsets, and write-offs as needed; verify payment applications
Perform additional AR-related tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED
Hands-on experience with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail in financial processes
Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and adaptable to new accounting systems
Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail
Ability to maintain accurate, confidential records
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting preferred
Experience working with customer portals (e.g., MUFG, Exostar) or large clients is a plus
Benefits
Medical insurance -- self and family available
Dental insurance -- self and family available
Employee bonus plan
401(k) plan w/ discretionary match
Paid Sick Time
Company
Zing Recruiting
Zing Recruiting is a staffing firm that offers temporary and direct hire services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase