Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist
Join us at Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) as an Accounts Receivable Specialist .
Pay Range
This range is provided by CFS. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience discuss with your recruiter for more details.
Base pay range: $50,000.00/yr - $57,000.00/yr
Job Overview
We are working with a growing company in Grand Rapids seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist. The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of transactional accounting concepts and their impact on financial statements. The role reports directly to the Accounts Receivable Manager and collaborates with various departments including corporate accounting, campuses, business development, and corporate teams.
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional customer service to staff and customers (students and families).
- Serve as the main contact for assigned schools regarding account inquiries.
- Manage collections, including outbound/inbound calls for overdue accounts.
- Assist customers in bringing accounts current.
- Support account reconciliation, improve DSO, cash application, and other billing duties.
- Identify root causes of delinquency and develop effective solutions.
- Contribute to customer satisfaction scores.
- Participate in projects to improve departmental and organizational efficiencies.
Requirements & Skills
- Minimum of 2 years relevant accounting experience.
- Strong communication skills focused on account collection and negotiation.
- Good business acumen and attention to detail.
- Analytical and organizational skills with problem-solving abilities.
- Self-motivated and diligent work ethic.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook; experience with Great Plains and/or Salesforce is a plus.
- Customer service orientation.
- Positive attitude, trustworthy, and confidentiality awareness.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
- Understanding of transactional accounting concepts and their impact on financial statements.
Additional Information
Level: Entry level
Type: Full-time
Industry: Accounting
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
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