Accounts Receivable Associate | Credit & Collections

Position Overview

Location: Orland, FL – Onsite – Local candidates only
Schedule: 40 hours/week
Compensation: $18 - $20/hour (Hours over 40 will be paid at Time and a Half)

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Key Responsibilities

• Contact the customer for the collection of outstanding invoices on a daily basis.
• Send written communication via fax, e-mail, etc. to resolve outstanding or disputed invoices daily.
• Research payment issues involving disputed deliveries, returns and credits which have or may result in delinquent balances; resolve issues quickly to prevent further aging of delinquent balances.
• Perform monthly billing process.
• Send accounts to Letter Series for both divisions of Redwood Toxicology Laboratory.
• Perform customer master maintenance in the areas of billing information for both divisions of Redwood Toxicology Laboratory daily.
• Perform credit card processing on a daily basis.
• Enter cash receipts through the bank deposit for both divisions of Redwood Toxicology Laboratory daily.
• Provide backup support in various areas to the Accounting Manager.
• Perform adjustments to accounts on a weekly basis.
• Batch and process invoices for the Biotech division on a daily basis.
• Document collection efforts and status of accounts.
• Complete, as requested, specific account analysis, month-end procedures including statements, aging, and ad-hoc reports.

Required Qualifications

• AA Accounting Degree or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years’ experience in AR and collections with a company that has annual revenue of at least $10 million.
• Proficient in accounting systems, Excel, and Microsoft Word.
• Working knowledge of accounting computer software along with basic proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must know the 10 key by touch and the computer keyboard by touch.
• Ability to multitask by tracking and managing various details/accounts and multiple projects simultaneously.
• Capable of working both independently and within a team environment.
• Driven and focused, with the ability to independently operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Consistent ability to meet daily/weekly deadlines.
• Strong prioritization skills, self-motivation, and clear communication of issue status to management.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in working closely with management and sales representatives regarding account status and challenges.