Accounts Receivable Analyst
Chex Finer Foods • Mansfield, MA • Full Time
Posted on Tue, Jun 2, 2026
Chex Finer Foods is a third-generation, family-owned distributor of natural, specialty, and local foods serving independent and chain grocery customers. We are looking for a detail-oriented, customer-focused Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our Finance Team. In this role, you'll manage the full accounts receivable cycle - ensuring accuracy, supporting strong customer relationships, and helping maintain the healthy cash flow that keeps our business thriving. Position Summary Manage the full accounts receivable cycle, ensuring timely and accurate customer payments, maintaining strong relationships with our customers, and supporting a healthy cash flow for our growing business.
Must thrive in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment and want to contribute to a team that keeps our business running smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable Operations
- Manage the end-to-end accounts receivable process, from invoices to payment reconciliation.
- Record and reconcile customer payments, including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit card transactions.
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness in processing customer payments and resolving discrepancies.
- Maintain up-to-date customer accounts and monitor AR aging reports to minimize overdue balances.
Credit and Risk Management
- Evaluate the creditworthiness of new and existing customers.
- Establish and maintain credit limits and payment terms in accordance with company policies.
- Collaborate with Sales and Operations to manage credit exposure and ensure smooth order fulfillment.
Collections and Customer Relations
- Implement proactive collection strategies to reduce days sales outstanding (DSO) and improve cash flow.
- Address and resolve customer billing or payment issues quickly and professionally.
- Build strong, service-oriented relationships with customers to promote on-time payments and continued business partnerships.
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (or equivalent experience). Professional certification is a plus.
- 6-8 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, or Accounting Operations, ideally within food distribution, wholesale, or consumer goods industries.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and AR processes.
- Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Exceptional attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with customers and internal teams.
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.