Accounts Receivable Associate

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Job description

Company: US1150 Buckhead Meat New Jersey, Division of Buckhead Meat Co Zip Code: 08837 Minimum Level of Education: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience: 0-1 Years Employment Type: Full Time Travel Percentage: 0 JOB SUMMARY This position is a support function within the overall finance department. This position is responsible for processing and posting of customer invoices and payments and other related A/R functions as well as other tasks assigned by supervisor. This position will also help back up A/P functions as needed. SIGN ON BONUS (If offered) Monday - Friday schedules available Competitive pay Ongoing job skills training, leadership development training Career growth opportunities - we promote from within! Paid vacation and holidays Comprehensive healthcare benefits Generous retirement benefits Employee discount programs Referral Bonus Safety programs Service recognitions and employee rewards Cross training opportunities More benefits, too many to name RESPONSIBILITIES Receive, reconcile and process all customer invoices. Correct/resolve invoice discrepancies/issues. Reconcile short pays and skipped invoices Scan/File all customer invoices Apply cash/checks to customer accounts Print, email customer A/R (Accounts Receivable) Statements Prepare A/R (Accounts Receivable) reporting. (monthly, ad hoc, etc Collaborate regularly with sales team in reconciling customer balances and on collection efforts Assist with all aspects of the accounting and finance departments as needed and/or assisting teammates due to absences Lead the collections effort on all customer accounts, keeping accounts clean, understanding credits, identifying and communicating to salespeople about customers in danger of being put on hold. Consistently work on improving 'percent current' of individual customer accounts as well as the overall A/R balances. QUALIFICATIONS Education Bachelor's or Associates Degree in Finance or Accounting Preferred Experience Entry Level Position Professional Skills Proficient computer skills with emphasis on Word and Excel (Excel skills highly valuable). Strong comfort level interacting with both customers and salespeople Strong verbal and written communication skills Must be able to read, write and speak English Must be able to analyze data and draw logical conclusions and recommendations from the data BENEFITS INFORMATION: In the coming weeks, you will receive information in the mail confirming your benefits eligibility and the enrollment process. In the meantime, you may visit to learn more. HOW WE PROTECT OUR ASSOCIATES COVID-19 Precaution(s): Personal protective equipment and masks provided Temperature screenings Social distancing guidelines in place Sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place OVERVIEW: Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 57,000 associates and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 326 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 625,000 customer locations. We offer our associates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.