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Smith & Associates

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Smith & Associates, Houston

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our accounting team at a global electronic component distributor. This role is responsible for managing the full accounts receivable cycle, from customer credit evaluations to payment collections, while working cross-functionally with our sales and operations teams. Your work directly supports order fulfillment, risk management, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process credit memos, adjustments and account reconciliations
  • Manage the AR lifecycle including invoicing, payment tracking and account reconciliation
  • Proactively communicate with customers via phone and email to follow up on outstanding invoices, resolve billing discrepancies and ensure timely payments
  • Work with Account Representatives to investigate past due alerts and ensure alignment on customer payments terms, credit limits and potential risks
  • Coordinate with the operations team to authorize order shipments upon payment receipt or enforce holds on delinquent accounts
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer credit files, account notes and payment history within our ERP system (Glovia)
  • Post cash payments accurately and timely, including ACH, wire transfers, checks, credit cards and lockbox deposits

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable or credit/collections
  • Strong understanding of billing systems, credit processes and payment collections
  • Experience working with ERP systems
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to manage spreadsheets and generate reports
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a high level of professionalism
  • Proven ability to problem-solve and work cross-functionally with internal teams
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and time management

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

FSLA

Non-exempt

Smith is an equal opportunity employer

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Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Not Applicable
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Full-time
Job function
  • Job function
    Accounting/Auditing and Finance
  • Industries
    Semiconductor Manufacturing and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Student loan assistance

Tuition assistance

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