AR Collections Specialist

Justrite Safety Group is a growing family of industrial safety companies. Together we protect workers, workplaces, and the environment with a comprehensive range of industrial safety solutions. All Justrite Safety Group portfolio companies are united by deep safety knowledge, long experience, and a commitment to protecting people, property, and the planet.

SUMMARY:

The AR Collections Specialist has the primary responsibility for Justrite Safety Group's Accounts Receivable function across multiple business units and ERP systems. The position ensures timely and accurate payment collection with an emphasis on effective communication as well as tracking and resolution of short payments. The position also offers cross-functional support to other team members involved in accounting transaction processing, posting daily cash and assisting the department during period-end closing, budgeting, and audits.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for collection across multiple business units and their respective ERP systems with a focus on related KPI's.
• Tracks and analyzes short payments while working closely with Customer Service and Distribution Centers to resolve.
• Work closely with other Business Unit AR departments to reconcile inter-company payments.
• Provides regular updates on the status and progress of collections and cash receipts forecast.
• Provide support with the credit analysis of new distributors.
• Provide support with the upkeep and maintenance of the customer master file.
• Provides support with cash posting.
• Assists customers with any inquiries or requests that may arise.
• Performs other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience
• Three or more years work experience with similar responsibilities
• Understands the chart-of-accounts and its function
• Proficiency in Excel is strongly recommended.
• Demonstrates a high level of technical skills to work across multiple ERP systems.
• Experience using Syteline and XA is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Ability to work independently, as well as cross functional teams.
• Solution-based thinker.
• Enjoys a hands-on position.
• Process oriented; high attention to detail
• Excellent work habits, including a willingness to work the hours necessary to meet deadlines, especially during closing cycles and audits
• High integrity and ethics.

BENEFITS:

We offer excellent comprehensive benefits that include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits
• Health Care Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off including vacation & personal time
• 401K - with company match. Both pretax and Roth options available
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Long Term Disability
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Program